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Daytime

Morning Light in the Lammer Gorge

Beat the midday crowds and explore the dramatic limestone canyon while the morning air is crisp and the trails are quiet.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 07:00

    Lammer Gorge

    Arrive at the upper entrance of Lammer Gorge. The trail has been in place since 1884 and is accessible for a fee. Starting early ensures you have the full gorge to yourself as you wind through the narrow passages and observe the 43-meter height difference.

  2. 08:00

    Lammer Gorge

    Hike the 1 km trail through the gorge. Enjoy the stunning views of the rushing Lammer River and the dramatic limestone formations. The path offers a mix of open vistas and enclosed canyon walls.

  3. 09:00

    Lammer Gorge

    Reach the lower entrance. Take a moment to look back up the gorge before heading out. This is a good time to rest and reflect on the natural carving of the river over centuries.

Local tip

The gorge is accessible for a fee. Adults pay €10, but if you have the Tennengau Plus Card, it is €9. With the Salzburg Family Pass, admission is €8. Children aged 6 to 15 pay €7 (€6 with the Family Pass). Groups of 15 or more adults pay €9. If you have the Salzburger Land Card, admission is free.

Check before you go

  • Check opening hours for the gorge entrance.
  • Carry cash or card for the entrance fee if you do not have a discount card.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Salzburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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