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Austria

Carinthia

Bezirk Spittal an der Drau

Obervellach

Groppenstein and Rabisch Gorge

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Hiking trails & Routes

Austria

Carinthia

Bezirk Spittal an der Drau

Obervellach

Groppenstein and Rabisch Gorge

Moderate

4.9

(7)

hikers

Groppenstein and Rabisch Gorge

02:00

5.83km

500m

Hiking

On this hike, you'll experience Carinthia's longest gorge trail. It leads you through the Groppenstein and Rabisch Gorges. The Mellnitzbach stream flows through both gorges, and both enchant you with breathtaking scenery.

The trail begins in the village of Räuflach near Obervellach. After just a few meters, you'll enter the…

by Nationalpark-Region Hohe Tauern Kärnten

Last updated: June 24, 2026

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782 m

Groppenstein Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

This waterfall is absolutely worth seeing, certainly one of the highlights in Austria. The rock structures have been thoroughly worn by the water, creating a unique image with smooth, shimmering stone surfaces.

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Groppenstein Gorge

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Together with the Rabisch Gorge, the Groppenstein Gorge forms the longest gorge trail in Carinthia. This exciting hiking trail takes you from Obervellach to Mallnitz. A great hiking experience for the whole family.

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1.33 km

Zechner Waterfall

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Scenic canyon which was worth a visit.

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5.34 km

View of Upper Rabisschlucht Waterfall

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The path through the Rabis Gorge is a real adventure. It follows the stream to several viewpoints from which you can see the masses of water cascading down.

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5.83 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.73 km

955 m

945 m

123 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.14 km

1.09 km

957 m

605 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 13 July

24°C

16°C

90 %

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May 31, 2025

On this hike, you'll experience Carinthia's longest gorge trail. It leads you through the Groppenstein and Rabisch Gorges. The Mellnitzbach stream flows through both gorges, and both enchant you with breathtaking scenery.
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The trail begins in the village of Räuflach near Obervellach. After just a few meters

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Groppenstein Waterfall

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View of Upper Rabisschlucht Waterfall

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