View of the Ill River – Balbier Waterfall loop from St. Gallenkirch

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View of the Ill River – Balbier Waterfall loop from St. Gallenkirch

Moderate

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483

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View of the Ill River – Balbier Waterfall loop from St. Gallenkirch

02:11

7.50km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Bus stop

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413 m

View of the Ill

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Beautiful hiking trail, with beautiful views

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936 m

Rest Area with Fountain near Silvretta Hochalpenstraße

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Relaxation before the challenging climb over the Silvretta High Alpine Road / Kopsteinersee!

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1.75 km

Stone Cairns and Riverside Path along the Ill

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Put your feet into the ice-cold water and watch the children play

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1.95 km

Covered wooden bridge over the Ill in Gortipohl

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Beautiful old covered wooden bridge over the Ill (ILL) 🤣👍

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2.32 km

View of Zamangspitze

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3.91 km

Start of the Way of the Cross at Balbierfall

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Strenuous path along the crossroads up to the Balbierfall, which turns right just before the waterfall and above the Mariengrotte

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4.02 km

Nice rest area with sun loungers, barbecue and fountain

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Nicely designed place🤗 Very inviting

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4.42 km

Balbier Waterfall

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Leisurely walk from the Gortipohl church to the Balbier waterfall. The Balbier waterfall is about 17 meters high. There is a small, cozy playground with a barbecue area nearby.

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