Aare Gorge, Natural limestone canyon in Meiringen, Switzerland.
The Aare Gorge is a limestone valley carved by flowing water, with steep rock walls rising on both sides and passages that narrow dramatically in places. The river continues to flow through the bottom of the canyon, shaping the landscape as it moves.
The limestone walls were carved during the last Ice Age when meltwaters from glaciers pushed through the rock, creating the deep gorge we see today. This water-cutting process began long ago and continues shaping the canyon.
The wooden walkways let you experience how water shapes the landscape as it rushes through limestone cliffs. Walking through, you notice how the gorge has become a meeting point where nature's raw power and human paths coexist.
You can enter from two different points, both located near train stations for easy access. The water moves quickly and the stone can be slippery, so wear good shoes and watch your footing throughout the walk.
The gorge squeezes to just a meter or two wide at its narrowest point, then opens up to much wider sections elsewhere. These dramatic shifts in width mean your view changes constantly as you walk, revealing how unevenly the water carved through the limestone.
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