The gorge was opened to the public in 2006 following the completion of an extensive iron walkway project.
The water in the gorge remains cold year-round due to its origins in high-altitude snowmelt.
The gorge is a cross-border attraction, with segments located in both the Mittenwald area of Germany and the Leutasch valley of Austria.
The rock walls of the gorge are primarily composed of Wetterstein limestone.
The iron bridge leading to the waterfall is known locally as the 'Klammgeist' bridge.
The Leutasch-Klamm (Leutasch Gorge) features a series of iron catwalks bolted directly into the rock face, suspended up to 75 meters above the Leutascher Ache river. The path system spans approximately 3 kilometers and crosses the border between Austria and Germany. The primary attraction is the Wasserfallsteig, which leads to a 23-meter-high waterfall. The gorge was carved by glacial erosion during the Würm glaciation period. Steel bridges and tunnels provide access through the narrow rock passage, which reaches depths of 75 meters. The trail is fully secured with fencing and safety rails. It is accessible via interconnected loops, including the Gletscherschliffweg and the Koboldpfad. The water displays a distinct turquoise color due to suspended limestone sediments.
The center of the main steel suspension bridge looking directly down into the narrowest part of the gorge.
Wear footwear with high-traction soles as the metal gratings can become slippery when damp.
Bring a light windbreaker or fleece as the temperature inside the deep gorge is consistently lower than at the surface.
Complete the full circular route to see all three distinct sections: the waterfall path, the gorge path, and the geological trail.
Do not attempt to walk in the gorge during heavy rain or storm warnings, as the catwalks are exposed to potential rockfall and flooding.
The gorge trails are closed during winter months and periods of heavy snow, typically reopening in late spring.
Sturdy, closed-toe footwear is mandatory; stay within the marked steel railings at all times.
