フルティゲンの峡谷・トップ20

ポフテンケッセル（Pochtenkessel）は、ベルナーオーバーラント地方のフルティゲン（Frutigen）の上方に位置する、印象的な滝と渓谷の区間です。ここでは、エングシュトリゲ川（Engstlige）が狭く岩の多い渓谷を流れ落ち、堂々たる自然の釜を形成しています。 特に雨の後や雪解けの時期には、エングシュトリゲ川の水量が増し、ポフテンケッセルは一層美しくなります。しかし、水位が低い時でも、岩の造形と水の力は印象的です。 ハイキング中に、荒々しい自然、水、そして印象的な岩の風景を体験したいすべての人にとって、訪れる価値のある場所です。

The old stone arch bridge in the Gastern Valley is an impressive example of traditional Alpine architecture. Built from local stone, it served for many decades as a vital link between the alpine pastures and the small settlements in the valley. Despite its age, it still withstands the powerful current of the Kander River, which emerges from the gorge here with particular force. Located directly above a narrow passage, the bridge offers a fantastic view of the milky-turquoise glacial water and the surrounding rock faces. The spot is easily accessible yet pleasantly quiet – ideal for anyone interested in historical buildings, geology, or simply breathtaking moments in nature. 💧🏔️📸✨

The Pochtenkessel is one of the most impressive spots in the entire gorge. Here, the water plunges with tremendous force into a naturally eroded rock basin, formed over millennia – a perfect example of how powerfully water can shape a landscape. The thunderous roar, the splashing spray, and the narrow rock walls create an almost mystical atmosphere.

Rather deep, possible with large backpacks but a bit cumbersome.

The drive to the official parking lot in Holzachsegga is an adventure in itself. The road is so narrow on the steep slope that even an oncoming bicycle wouldn't be able to pass. If there's oncoming traffic, you have to reverse for long stretches. From the parking lot, it's only a few minutes' walk to the gorge, which is truly breathtaking. Those with a bit more time can skip the parking lot and climb from the valley floor.

Loud, powerful, impressive, and wet. Please wear sturdy shoes.

Down below you can build dams and even swim 🏊

The thermal springs are within reach: Dramatic and poetic at the same time, the thermal springs footbridge leads a few meters above the stream bed into the wild Dala Gorge. The thermal springs footbridge is an imposing steel structure that leads through the Dala Gorge for around 600 meters. Some thermal springs spring up in the immediate vicinity of the stream bed. With a small cable pull, the warm thermal water can even be pulled up directly from a spring. A suspension bridge leads further to the roaring natural spectacle. At the waterfall that plunges 35 meters into the depths, you can feel the power of the water up close. A real refreshment in summer. At the end of the footbridge, there are three options for continuing the hike: to the waterfall viewing point, to the Majingsee and the Weidstübli restaurant or to the Buljes restaurant (see detailed route description).