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What to do and see in Austria, Austria: The Best Waterfalls
As home to majestic mountains, opulent palaces, and high culture, Austria's attractions are classically sumptuous and enduring. But beyond the waltzes, the strudels, the alpine summits, and Habsburg architecture, its modern cities are proof of just how easily Austria combines the contemporary with the historic.
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1. Gartl Wasserfall
2. Wasserlochklamm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By Simonpee17 - Vienna, Austria
The place is beautiful along the view and the experience is quite unique! After accessing the path, crossing a suspended wooden bridge, there are several waterfalls of different dimensions till arriving to the top, where is possible to see the “hole” from where the water comes out. The ascent is very steep and demanding, even though there are mainly wooden stairs in the first part. The ticket costs to access the path costs 6,80€ (6,50€ online). All in all it took us a couple of hours to go up and come back - with a few stops in between. Enjoy it, but be prepared!
3. Sintersbacher Wasserfall
4. Stockibach Creek & Source
5. Krimml Falls (Krimmler Wasserfalle)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,424 reviews
Reviewed By MarcusHurley - Bristol, United Kingdom
We headed for Krimmler Waterfall, the largest in Europe and fifth highest in the world apparently. The journey should have taken about an hour but the traffic was so bad it actually took two but we parked up next to the exhibition centre and went inside. I actually bought the wrong tickets and paid €10.20 when we should have just paid €4 for the waterfall as we didn't intend to visit the exhibition. The path to the waterfall was well signposted and the huge cascade of water and plume of spray meant even someone with my navigational disabilities would struggle not to find it. There were plenty of souvenir shops along the way and the path was quite busy considering the rain. The trail meandered up the side of the hill with periodic diversions to a viewing area and I went to each of these so Deb could make her way up at her own pace. The views were, obviously, spectacular but the photos are sadly not - the spray meant I didn't want to expose the camera for too long so most were just snapshots and therefore binned. We got to the top of the path and went inside the cafe but the outer viewing area overlooking the falls was closed and the inside was hot, crowded and sweaty so we left. We walked down the hill, this time taking time to look at various plants Deb pointed out to me, some green and some yellow and possibly other varieties too! We went into the cafe at the start of the path and I reluctantly indulged in Sachertorte with a coffee while Deb ate salad.
6. Liechtensteinklamm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 517 reviews
Winter closure - re-opening May 2021! Liechtenstein Gorge is certainly one of the longest, deepest, and most impressive gorges in the Alps. The mighty thunder of the waterfall, the moss-grown rocks in rich green, a legendary atmosphere, and sun rays that create a rainbow in the fine water mist. The unique natural spectacle in the Salzburger Land is known for an unforgettable trip of a special kind - an experience for the whole family. Over thousands of years, the thundering water falls and the rushing masses of water have cut more and more deeply into the mountain and have created a gorge. The rocks stand so narrow and high in places that only a small strip of the sky remains visible.
Reviewed By RamonA1866
During our Salzburg vacation we came across this gorge as a highly recommended place to visit and it's definitely worth your time. The way through the gorge is newly renovated and really nicely made, you get plenty of awesome views. The only minus is the amount of people. We came there early, shortly after opening. But when we reached the end and had to return the same way back, we had to pass a lot of people; of course many of them didn't wear masks though they are mandatory. I also didn't enjoy wearing them but try to stick to the rules. But either way, if you can, it's a great place to see.
7. Gesundheitsweg Bad Haring
8. Gollinger Wasserfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
Reviewed By TheCrompies - Brisbane, Australia
The Crompies will usually hunt out a good hike or two while travelling but the idea of paying to go for a walk goes against Mr C’s morals (ethics? Personal philosophy?). The Golling Waterfall was only about 5 minutes from our farm stay and Mr C begrudgingly agreed to go even though there’s an entry fee. It was a short and easy walk next to the creek to the first view of the falls. It is a beautiful spot. The path is well maintained, you’d feel ripped off it wasn’t after paying to walk on it. The falls are impressive, not particularly high but powerful and fast flowing. It was a hot day and the air temperature change near the falls was a good opportunity for an impromptu science lesson for teen and junior Crompies. Unsurprisingly they were more interested in getting wet from the spray than learning about the cooling power of cold water. One of the best things about this waterfall is that you can get up close to it from the bridge across it and then see the source at the top. A great walk for a hot day. Did I mention you have to pay?
