Imposing waterfalls on the panorama path

Ridnauntal lies inconspicuous, mysteriously winding through lush meadows and dense forests. But don’t let the tranquillity fool you, at the head of the valley, in Maiern, an extraordinary natural spectacle is hidden: the Burkhardklamm gorge with its two striking waterfalls.

Hike for around 45 minutes along the panorama trail, which offers you impressive viewpoints of the mountain world of the Stubai Alps. Once you have arrived at the waterfalls, there is only one thing left to do: close your eyes and let yourself be covered in the cool mist!

Waterfalls of the Burkhard Gorge

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Ratschings–Jaufen

Waterfalls of the Burkhard Gorge
Photo: Ratschings Tourismus Gen. / Manuel Kottersteger, Ratschings–Jaufen

moderate

Distance 4.6 km

2:15 h

300 m

1,704 m

1,405 m

A hidden natural spectacle reveals itself to hikers at the head of the valley called Ridnauntal: the waterfalls of the Burkhard Gorge, which can be reached by following a panoramic trail.

Starting from the mining museum in Maiern, a marked hiking track leads through shady coniferous forests alongside the Fernerbach, a babbling glacial stream. The romantic, approximately one metre wide hiking trail winds through meadows and forests, past lush mossy expanses.

The wild glacial stream tumbles over a steep precipice that is surrounded by trees and bushes. Wooden bridges lead to panoramic observation decks with breathtaking views of the bizarre Ridnaun mountains and the secretive heart of the vast gorge, enabling hikers to experience the amazing contact with the power of nature up close.

Difficulty

moderate

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Stamina

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Highest point

1,704 m

Lowest point

1,405 m

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Coordinates:

46.928020, 11.272090

DMS

46°55'40.9"N 11°16'19.5"E

UTM

32T 672965 5199671

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Starting from the mining museum in Maiern/Masseria, a marked hiking track leads through shady coniferous forests alongside the Fernerbach, a babbling glacial stream.