Glasenbachklamm, Narrow canyon in Elsbethen, Austria.
Glasenbachklamm is a narrow canyon in Elsbethen carved by the Klausbach stream into limestone over millennia. The walls display distinct layers of rock that become visible as you walk through the passage.
The canyon formed approximately 250 million years ago through geological processes and received protected landscape status in 1987. This designation acknowledged its importance for geology and natural heritage.
The name references glassmaking that once took place here in this region. Today, hikers form the main community visible moving through the canyon.
The canyon is easiest to walk through during dry weather, as the stream path becomes slippery after rain. Good footwear and caution are important when navigating the steeper sections.
The stream path formed only after the last ice age, when the Klausbach drew water from the Egelseen highland moor. Fossilized remains from this period can still be found embedded in the rock walls.
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