Wasserfall Tatzelwurm, Natural monument in Oberaudorf, Germany.
Tatzelwurm is a waterfall on the Auerbach stream near Oberaudorf, where the water drops over several rock steps for a total of 95 metres into the narrow, rocky Gumpei Gorge. The falls are made up of cascades up to 10 metres high, flanked by dark rock and conifers. The gorge is only visible when you stand directly in front of it.
The area received its name more than 750 years ago from an old story about a water creature believed to live in mountain streams. The name has persisted to modern times, showing how deeply local imagination was shaped by the flowing waters of this region.
The name draws from Bavarian folklore about the Tatzelwurm, a mythical water creature locals believed lived in mountain streams. The falls remain connected to regional identity, attracting visitors interested in how natural features inspire storytelling and legend in this area.
A marked hiking trail covers about 800 meters round trip to view both levels, with wooden bridges offering safe viewpoints along the way. The ground stays wet and rocks are slippery, so wear proper footwear and move carefully on the steps.
The water drops in several stages of roughly 10 meters each, which makes it different from a simple single waterfall and creates varied viewing angles during a visit. Each stage can be seen from different observation platforms, offering fresh perspectives on the same natural force.
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