The Top 10 Gorges in Hinterland

Wissbach Gorge
The Wissbach Gorge is a wildly romantic side valley of the Glatt between Gossau, Flawil and Degersheim. A covered wooden walkway leads hikers safely through the gorge. A paradise for families with children.
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The Wissbachschlucht is a wild and romantic side valley of the Glatt between Gossau, Flawil and Degersheim. A covered wooden walkway leads hikers safely through the gorge. A paradise for … read more

A particularly beautiful bathing area and a single adventure playground for children to build dams, splash around, pile up stone chippings and much more.Especially in summer there is a refreshing break area with shady areas.

Very nice waterfall, also ideal in autumn (fall colors). Then the access to the water can be a bit slippery.

Bridge over the Sonderbach. Wild and deep ravine, very nice hiking trail.

The Wissbachschluchtweg is an impressive hiking trail with its many wooden bridges and footbridges. The Wissbach offers inviting barbecue areas and countless beautiful spots for swimming in the warmer half … read more

Away from the path there are deep crevices in the rock, it is always an experience what nature has created.

To the left and right of the path there is a washed out and rocky brook, the Wissbach and the Glatt, which merge shortly afterwards and continue to flow as Glatt.

If you prefer it after the most well-visited summit, the Hundwiler Höhi, a bit quieter, then the descent through the idyllic quiet Tobel worth it.

Slightly off the beaten path in the forest, where it goes straight down into the ravine. Path not very good and a bit overgrown.