The Johannesbachklamm is a popular excursion destination on the western edge of Würflach and only an hour from Vienna. On the way through the gorge, which is just over a kilometer long, visitors experience a small natural paradise that is pleasantly cool even on hot days. And if you look closely, you can see from the rock walls that are up to 60 meters deep how the Johannesbach has dug itself into the Wetterstein limestone over thousands of years.

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August 31, 2023

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The Johannesbach Gorge, which is around 60 m deep and around 1000 m long, lies entirely in the Wetterstein limestone. It lies like a barrier across the course of the …

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August 1, 2024

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With a 30 minute walk, the trip is especially great for families with children, unfortunately almost no water

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1. Schrattenstein Castle Ruins – Johannesbach Gorge loop from Schrattenbach

12.1km

03:36

350m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Schrattenstein Castle Ruins – Johannesbach Gorge loop from Willendorf

11.3km

03:26

370m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Klammwirtin Inn – Johannesbach Gorge loop from Rothengrub

6.22km

01:48

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 864 m

Uphill 50 m

Weather

Friday 23 January

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-8°C

26 %

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Max wind speed: 5.0 km/h

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Location: Würflach, Bezirk Neunkirchen, Lower Austria, Austria

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Johannesbach Gorge

1. Schrattenstein Castle Ruins – Johannesbach Gorge loop from Schrattenbach

2. Schrattenstein Castle Ruins – Johannesbach Gorge loop from Willendorf

3. Klammwirtin Inn – Johannesbach Gorge loop from Rothengrub

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