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The Top 9 Gorges in Obwalden

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 9

to choose from in Obwalden. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Obwalden.

Last updated: October 27, 2025

Aaschlucht Gorge

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The floods in 2005 and 2011 destroyed large parts of the hiking trail between Engelberg and Grafenort. In 2007, an interest group was organized under the leadership of district forester …

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Arch bridge at the upper end of the Aaschlucht

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The old path across the stone bridge behind Lake Eugeni was washed away. A short detour under the road bridge now marks the beginning of the Aa Gorge hike.

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Suspension bridge

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Because it's so beautiful, another bridge! It's a joy to walk over it with the roaring water beneath you!

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Natural Tunnel in the Aas Gorge

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The path in the Aa Gorge leads through a small natural tunnel, nothing spectacular, but very beautiful.

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Ängelbärg-Aa Gorge with Rapids

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Very beautiful scenery and good to drive 👍

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Engelberger Aa Waterfall

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Impressive waterfall on the Engelberger Aa beween Grafenort and Engelberg. The walk along the gorge is beautiful, with picnic areas, suspension bridges, and mountain panoramas.

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Cascading Waterfall

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Great gorge with lots of bubbling water! Simply great! Beautiful paths!

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Kleines Melchtal Gorge

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The rear part of the small Melchtal is pure wild nature. The descent is not mobile, a well-developed forest path leads through the Melchtal itself.

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Widibach Crossing

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A somewhat adventurous crossing of the Widibach with rope protection. Then ascent/descent via metal stairs

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The Top 9 Gorges in Obwalden

Aaschlucht Gorge

Arch bridge at the upper end of the Aaschlucht

Suspension bridge

Natural Tunnel in the Aas Gorge

Ängelbärg-Aa Gorge with Rapids

Engelberger Aa Waterfall

Cascading Waterfall

Kleines Melchtal Gorge

Widibach Crossing

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Most popular routes in Obwalden

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