Breitachklamm

Gorge Oberstdorf, Bavaria, Germany

What to expect

The Breitachklamm is a gorge in the Allgäu region of Bavaria, Germany, and is one of the deepest gorges in the Bavarian Alps and the deepest rock gorge in Central Europe. It is approximately 2.5 kilometers long and features a unique landscape with steep rock faces and fast-flowing water. The gorge was formed over thousands of years by the Breitach river, which has carved its way through the rock. Visitors can walk through the gorge on a 2.5 kilometer long path, taking in the stunning scenery and learning about the geological history of the area. The Breitachklamm is a popular tourist destination, attracting around 300,000 visitors each year

Plan your family visit to the Breitachklamm with these blog insights 👇

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Allgäu: The most beautiful hikes with small children

Allgäu: The most beautiful hikes with small children
This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked through the Breitachklamm, a gorge with paths carved into the rock. At the end of the gorge, we went to a place where hundreds of stone men stand between small streams on large pebbles, an ideal natural playground

Highlights: The Breitachklamm is an amazing place! The kids loved the natural playground at the end of the gorge, with the stone men ✨

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The most beautiful destinations in Germany for family holidays at Easter

The most beautiful destinations in Germany for family holidays at Easter
This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the Breitachklamm when it was open. It was a great way to enjoy this popular place without the usual crowds

Highlights: The spectacular route through the gorge was a highlight, especially as we avoided the crowds that usually gather at this popular spot. "Just in such popular and well-known excursion destinations is an invaluable advantage of the pre-season." ✨

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Summer holidays in the Allgäu with children - hiking tips

Summer holidays in the Allgäu with children - hiking tips
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Breitachklamm. It was very crowded and noisy. At the end the child slept in the carrier

Highlights: The Breitachklamm is a once-in-a-lifetime and powerful natural spectacle. The child was fascinated at first ✨