Leutasch Gorge, Natural gorge at Bavarian-Tyrolean border, Germany and Austria
Leutasch Gorge is a limestone canyon between Bavaria and Tyrol that stretches roughly 1 kilometer through steep rock walls. Steel walkways and bridges cross above the rushing waters of Leutascher Ache, with the canyon reaching a maximum width of about 50 meters.
The gorge was inaccessible for a long time until a construction project completed in 2006 installed metal pathways and bridges across the vertical limestone walls. Since then, visitors have been able to safely walk through this natural formation.
The name Geisterklamm refers to local folklore about mountain spirits and goblins said to guard treasures in the rock. Informational panels along the trail explain these stories and show how people have connected this place to their beliefs about nature and the supernatural.
The main pathway is open year-round, though sections may close during heavy snowfall. Sturdy shoes are recommended since the ground near the water stays wet and can become slippery.
The Ederkanzel restaurant sits directly on the national border, with its dining room in Germany and terrace in Austria, marked by an official boundary stone. Diners can literally sit with one leg in each country.
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