Amsel Falls, Cascade in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Germany.
Amsel Falls is a waterfall in Saxon Switzerland National Park where the Grünbach stream flows through a narrow gorge in the Amselgrund valley. The cascade drops over rocky layers and creates a refreshing mist that fills the surrounding space.
The stream originally flowed through a cave until engineers in the 19th century redirected its course to make the waterfall more visible. This change transformed a hidden natural feature into an accessible attraction.
The waterfall appears in early artworks by Christian Gottlob Hammer, who depicted it along the Malerweg hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland.
The falls are easily reached from the Malerweg hiking trail and work well as a stop during day hikes. During warmer months, a visitor center nearby provides information about local trails and the surrounding area.
The water is controlled by an adjustable weir system that changes the flow intensity over a hidden cave called Amselloch. Visitors may experience different waterfall strengths depending on how this system is set.
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