approx. 1.5 hours from the starting point Mautturm to the exit point at the end of the gorge.

• 1.5h walking time / 2.5km length / 230 m difference in altitude
• characteristics: medium
• surefootedness and sturdy shoes required

The eponymous Groppenstein Castle keeps guard high above the Groppensteinschlucht Gorge. Resting impressively at the entrance to the gorge, the wise head with the five senses invites visitors to enjoy the trail with all their senses. After a short distance, the trail leads to the smaller Raufenfall Waterfall and crystal clear patholes. Mother Nature demonstrates her concentrated power and beauty at the Groppenstein Waterfall. An elaborated wood and stell construction is mounted directly to steep rock faces and guarantees a pleasant  ascent - dizzy views down included. Viewing platform Zechnerfall Waterfall. Enjoy the clear, enriched air near the waterfalls.

Continue your hike through the Gorge to the Almgasthof Himmelbauer and enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of the Mölltal Valley form the terrace. Additional walking time approx. 1 h. 

Here you can find more information about history, geology, flora and fauna and the sourrounding of the gorge. 

walking time:

approx. 2-3 h

After the gorge, continue towards Lassach, from there you can take the Mallnitz federal road in the direction of Obervellach. At the Räuflach-Groppenstein junction, you will return to the starting point.