Breitachklamm, Natural monument and canyon in Oberstdorf, Germany.
Breitachklamm is a 1,100-meter canyon with vertical walls cutting through dolomite rock and featuring waterfalls and deep pools. The river continues to carve through the stone, while walls soar more than 100 meters above, creating a confined space where water flows in multiple directions.
The gorge formed during the last ice age when glacial water carved powerfully through dolomite layers, shaping the rock formations visible today. This ancient cutting process created the narrow, deep ravine that still stands.
The name reflects the gorge's broad character despite its narrow passages winding through rock. Visitors today walk carefully through these tight spaces, observing how water shapes the constant sound and feeling of the place.
A secured hiking trail runs through the gorge safely, though sturdy shoes are needed for wet and uneven ground. Water levels can rise after rain, so checking conditions before visiting is recommended.
In winter, flowing water creates ice sculptures along the rock walls that visitors can see during guided evening walks with torchlight. These glittering formations develop only under specific temperature conditions, drawing people to return seasonally.
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