Hallein District

Waterfalls and nature in Hallein District

Waterfalls, Caves & Nature

Explore the diverse natural landscapes of the Tennengau region, featuring the 75-meter Golling Falls and the dramatic Taugler Strubklamm gorge. This collection highlights significant karst formations, including the fortified Kroatenhöhle at Pass Lueg and the extensive cave systems of the Tennengebirge. From the alpine waters of Harrbergsee to the protected wetlands of Pitznmösl, these sites showcase the geological variety and hydrological power of the Austrian Alps near Hallein.

Waterfalls, Caves & Nature — Map

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Golling Falls

A giant, 75m tall waterfall set in nice mountain surroundings. 10 minutes walk from a car park, more hiking routes nearby.

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Kroatenhöhle

Cave at Pass Lueg featuring a historic masonry fortification on the left bank of the Salzach river.

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Jack-Daniel's-Höhle

High-alpine cave located in the Tennengebirge mountains northeast of the Bleikogel, near the Laufener Hütte.

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Schlenken-Durchgangshöhle Nord

The most well-known through-cave on the Schlenken mountain in the Osterhorn group.

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Harrbergsee

A mountain lake located in Scheffau am Tennengebirge, offering views of the surrounding limestone peaks.

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Dachserfall

Alpine waterfall in Abtenau, particularly impressive during the spring snowmelt or after heavy rainfall.

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Aubachwasserfall

Waterfall on the Aubach stream near Pichl, accessible via local hiking trails.

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Torrener Wasserfall

Located in the scenic Bluntau Valley, this waterfall is fed by the Torrener Ache.

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Bluntau Wasserfall

A waterfall situated within the protected landscape area of the Bluntau Valley near Golling.

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Tricklfall

A waterfall in Abtenau that flows over a limestone cliff, located near the Dachserfall.

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Taugler Strubklamm

A deep gorge and waterfall on the Taugl river, known for its conglomerate rock formations and turquoise pools.

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Oberer Wasserfall

The upper section of the Golling Falls, where the Schwarzbach river emerges from a cave system.

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Bärenfall

Waterfall located in the mountains near Russbach am Paß Gschütt.

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Thorhöhle

A prominent cave entrance in the Tennengebirge mountains.

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Quelle Gollinger Wasserfall

The karst spring and cave entrance from which the Golling Falls originates.

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Kühlloch

A karst cave near Bad Vigaun known for its cool air discharge.

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Kneilloch

A cave located near the village of Bad Vigaun.

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Hubertusgrotte

A small cave or grotto located near the Bluntau Valley.

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Brunnecker Höhle

An active water cave at Pass Lueg, serving as a significant karst spring for the Salzach valley.

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Frauenloch

A cave located in the Abtenau region near the Tricklfall.

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Tricklfallhöhle

The cave system associated with the Tricklfall waterfall in Abtenau.

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Kühlloch Nebeneingang

The secondary entrance to the Kühlloch cave system near Bad Vigaun.

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Langmooshöhle

A cave in the Adnet region, accessible via local forest paths.

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Pitzen

A wetland and moor area near the Salzach river south of Golling.

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Pitznmösl

A protected wetland area and peat bog located near Golling.

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