Marienklamm, Tragöß, Natural monument in Tragöß, Austria.
The Marienklamm is a narrow gorge near Tragöß that stretches about 300 meters through limestone rock formations. The Haringbach stream flows through this passage and has carved steep canyon walls reaching about 20 meters high.
The gorge was carved over thousands of years by continuous erosion from the Haringbach stream cutting through the rock. This ancient geological process continues to shape this landscape formation today.
The name Marienklamm refers to religious significance in the area, reflecting how local people have traditionally viewed this gorge. Visitors come to experience the spiritual connection between faith and natural landscape.
Access is via a marked trail that leads north from the road into Haringgraben valley. The narrow gorge remains damp and shaded most of the time, so wear sturdy shoes and bring a light jacket, especially on wet days.
The high humidity and limited sunlight create a special habitat where rare ferns and mosses grow on the rock walls. These plants are adapted to the damp environment and form a delicate ecosystem found only in protected gorges like this.
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