Devil's Gorge, Natural valley formation in Eifel region, Germany
Devil's Gorge is a valley with narrow rock passages between towering sandstone walls in the Eifel region, cutting down to depths of 28 meters. The walls consist of Jurassic-age stone and form a complex system of crevices and passages.
The gorge formed roughly 12,000 years ago during the last ice age, when cycles of freezing and thawing caused large rock falls along the plateau edge. These repeated cycles carved deeply into the landscape and created the structure visible today.
Local people named this place Devil's Gorge because they thought such an unusual rock formation could only come from supernatural forces. The narrow passage with its high walls continues to shape how people experience and understand this special location.
Three circular walking trails guide visitors through the gorge and surrounding rocky landscape, with lengths between 2 and 6 kilometers. Wear sturdy footwear and expect uneven ground and sections that can be slippery.
The gorge has an unusual shape where both entrance points sit higher than the central section, unlike typical river-carved valleys. This form becomes clear as visitors walk the different paths and explore the terrain.
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