Schnittlinger Loch, Natural canyon in Spalt, Germany
The Schnittlinger Loch is a narrow canyon cut through red sandstone with steep walls rising along its entire length. Water flows through the passage, carving deeper into the formations and creating small cave-like sections within the rocky walls.
During the Thirty Years War, people sought shelter in this remote canyon from the violence spreading across the region. The narrow passage provided a hiding place away from military activity.
The narrow passage holds meaning for visitors interested in how water shapes rock formations over time. Local walkers often visit to see how nature carves through stone in this quiet corner of the region.
The path is marked and descends over 100 steps into the canyon for access. Parking is available near the trailhead between nearby villages.
A stream called Hatzelbach emerges directly from within the canyon before flowing downstream to join another river. This hidden water source reveals how underground flow becomes visible at the surface.
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