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Austria

Carinthia

Bezirk Spittal an der Drau

Obervellach

Entrance to Groppenstein Gorge – Zechner Waterfall loop from Obervellach

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Hiking trails & Routes

Austria

Carinthia

Bezirk Spittal an der Drau

Obervellach

Entrance to Groppenstein Gorge – Zechner Waterfall loop from Obervellach

Moderate

4.7

(15)

106

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Entrance to Groppenstein Gorge – Zechner Waterfall loop from Obervellach

03:02

9.73km

350m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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1.95 km

Entrance to Groppenstein Gorge

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In this gorge, the focus is primarily on the water. Towards the end, however, the path climbs quite high along the rock face. Otherwise, it consists mainly of forest floor, roots, and stones.

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2.42 km

First Waterfall in the Groppenstein Gorge

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Here the power of the water works… relentlessly… tirelessly

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2.46 km

Five Senses Sculpture Trail

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A little cooling off in hot weather

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3.08 km

Castle Snack Bar

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Since July 2024 there has been a snack bar in the courtyard with homemade snacks (walnut pastries) and fresh espresso as well as chilled drinks. The hosts are very nice, so be sure to stop by.

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3.20 km

Groppenstein Castle is a rock castle northwest of Obervellach, near the confluence of the Mallnitzbach and Möll streams, perched on a cliff sloped on three sides above the village of Raufen. It also gives its name to the nearby Groppenstein Gorge.

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