Döda fallen, Geological waterfall formation in Avesta Municipality, Sweden.
Döda fallen is a waterfall site featuring dry riverbeds and deep canyons carved through glacial deposits. The landscape reveals layers of rock where water flowed powerfully in the past, shaping the terrain into distinct sections.
This site formed around 7000 years ago when the Dalälven river carved new channels through the landscape. The river's action created the three separate sections visible today as it cut deeper into the terrain.
The site maintains educational displays along the pathways that explain the geological processes and natural forces that shaped this remarkable water formation over millennia.
A walking trail called Älvpromenaden connects this location with the surrounding area, offering easy access to different sections. The path runs along both sides of the river and gives you views from multiple angles.
The three sections have local names like Big Hell and Little Hell, referring to the dramatic depth of the canyons. These names reflect the stark impression the landscape made on people who saw it in the past.
Location: Avesta Municipality
Location: Dalarna County
GPS coordinates: 60.14650,16.19586
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:08
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