Höllbrücke, Wipptal Travel Guide

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Cross the dramatic Hell's Bridge to explore the Leutascher Geisterklamm, a stunning gorge of waterfalls, legends, and alpine beauty.

The Höllbrücke, or Hell's Bridge, is a dramatic bridge offering access to the Leutascher Geisterklamm (Leutasch Gorge), a stunning natural gorge carved by the Leutascher Ache river. It provides breathtaking views and access to the gorge's trail network, blending natural beauty with local legends.

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L14, 6105, AT
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Wear appropriate clothing, as it can be cool inside the gorge even in summer.
The Wasserfallsteig (Waterfall Trail) requires a small admission fee, payable in cash only.
Combine all three trails (Gorge Path, Goblin Path, and Waterfall Trail) for a comprehensive experience.
Check the opening hours, as the gorge is closed in the winter months.

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Getting There

Car

If driving from Germany, head to Mittenwald; from Austria, head to Leutasch. There are parking areas on both the German (Mittenwald) and Austrian (Leutasch) sides. Parking costs around €6 per day. From the parking lot in Leutasch, follow the signs to the Höllbrücke.
Public Transport

From Leutasch, take bus line 431 to the 'Leutasch Geisterklamm' bus stop. A single bus fare costs approximately €2-€4. Your guest card from accommodations in the Seefeld region usually covers the bus fare. From the bus stop, it's a short walk to the Höllbrücke.
Walking

From the center of Leutasch (e.g., Weidach), follow the well-marked hiking trails towards the Leutascher Geisterklamm. The walk takes approximately 1 hour.

Discover more about Höllbrücke

The Höllbrücke, whose name reflects the dramatic landscape, serves as a pivotal entry point to the Leutascher Geisterklamm, a gorge resonating with natural grandeur and local legends. Located between Leutasch in Tyrol, Austria, and Mittenwald in Bavaria, Germany, the Leutascher Geisterklamm showcases the erosive power of the Leutascher Ache river. Over millennia, the waterway has carved a deep ravine through the rock, creating a dramatic gorge reaching depths of up to 75 meters.Visitors can explore the gorge via themed trails like the Klammsteig, Koboldpfad (Goblin Path), and Wasserfallsteig (Waterfall Trail). These trails offer views of the turquoise waters and access to attractions like the 23-meter-high waterfall. The gorge is steeped in local legends of spirits and goblins, adding to its mystical charm. Informative displays detail the geology, flora, fauna, and mythology of the gorge.The Leutasch Valley, inhabited since the Middle Ages, has a rich cultural heritage. The Leutascher Schanze, a former border fortress, is a reminder of the region's past.