Weltenburger Enge, Protected canyon along the Danube River in Kelheim, Germany.
The limestone cliffs rise 70 meters above the Danube River, forming a narrow passage that extends for 5.5 kilometers through the Bavarian landscape.
The canyon formation began 150 million years ago when a subtropical sea created massive reef structures, later carved by the Danube River 200,000 years ago.
The nature reserve received the European Diploma in 1978 for preserving natural heritage and maintains its status among Bavaria's geological landmarks.
Visitors can explore the canyon through boat tours departing daily from Kelheim, offering different perspectives of the limestone formations and river passage.
The Eurasian Eagle-Owl and Peregrine Falcon nest within the rocky outcrops, while rare plants such as Diptam grow along the limestone walls.
Location: Келхајм
Elevation above the sea: 340 m
Length: 5,500 m
Width: 400 m
GPS coordinates: 48.89995,11.81965
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:04
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