the gorge

Here you will find the most important information about the hike through the Raggaschlucht and we will take you on a virtual 3D tour through the gorge.

1882 erstmals für
Besucher geöffnet

1978 zum
Naturdenkmal erklärt

ein Erlebnis
für Groß und Klein

geologischen Lehrpfad mit vielen Infos

freier Eintritt
mit der Kärnten Card

nach ca. 1,5 h und 200 hm durchwandert

weist eine Länge
von 800m auf

erstklassig
erreichbar

Die Raggaschlucht ist ein beliebtes Ausflugsziel für Familien in Kärnten. Gratis mit Kärnten Card!

Interesting information & tips

The Gorge Raggaschlucht

  • was initially opened to visitors in 1882
  • 1978 declared a natural monument
  • offers an experience for young and old
  • details and information on the geological trail
  • free admission with Kärnten Card
  • duration of the hiking tour: approx. 1.5 h
  • measures 800 meters in length
  • features a height variation of 200 meters

VIRTUAL 3D TOUR

Experience an interactive tour through the Gorge Raggaschlucht.
And don't forget - Every journey starts with an adventure in your mind.

Let's walk through the gorge …

We will begin our trek through the gorge from the district of Schmelzhütten. Join me!

The village Flattach is directly opposite. We wear sturdy shoes and weatherproof clothes because the water is foaming and splashing in the gorge and the footbridges could be wet (be careful when it is wet – there is a danger of slipping). After about 10 minutes’ walk through the village of Schmelzhütten we reach the cash desk (entrance to the gorge).

Let’s start! It is simply impressive; our way leads us over artistically arranged wooden footbridges. Past vertical rock faces the roar of the water fills the air. In thousands of years of work the Raggabach created one of the most beautiful natural gorges in the Alps.

After about 200 meters of altitude difference and 800 m length we have walked through the gorge, and we deserve a refreshment. Now we take the way back to the valley. After about 1.5 hours of total walking time (circular route) we reach our starting point again. As a souvenir from our visit, we can purchase from a wide range of beautiful and funny souvenirs, magnets, stones and much more at Anita’s Kiosk – right next to the cashdesk. 

The nearby Café Greissler offers a variety of delightful treats such as coffee, ice cream, and homemade cakes

Interactive hiking map

Detailed hike course information as well as GPS coordinates.

! Information !

Die Raggaschlucht

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Saisonstart

Die Raggaschlucht ist
derzeit noch geschlossen!

Derzeit finden die Instandsetzungsarbeiten nach der Wintersperre statt.

Voraussichtlich ab 09. Mai 2025 ist unser Ausflugsziel wieder täglich für BesucherInnen geöffnet.
Wir halten Sie hier auf unserer Website über den geplanten Saisonstart auf dem Laufenden .
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Raggaschlucht is currently still closed
Repair work is currently being carried out after the winter closure.

Raggaschlucht will be open again daily for visitors on 9th May 2025. We will keep you up to date right here on our website.

Letzte Aktualisierung|news updated: 30.04.2025

saisonstart

Die Raggaschlucht ist heute Samstag, 10. Mai 2025 am Nachmittag witterungsbedingt geschlossen.

Wir danken für Ihr Verständnis!

Today Saturday, 10th May 2025, the Raggaschlucht is closed in the afternoon due to the weather conditions.

Thank you for your understanding!

Updatet: 10.05.2025, 12:30 Uhr

! Information !

Aufgrund von Schlechtwetter, bleibt die Raggaschlucht heute, Donnerstag 10.10.2024 aus Sicherheitsgründen geschlossen.
                     Wir bitten um Verständnis!Aufgrund der Regenfälle in der vergangenen Nacht

Due to the bad weather situation, Raggaschlucht remains closed for today,

(Thursday, October 10th, 2024) for safety reasons.
Thank you for your understanding.

Updatet: 10.10.2024, 09:00 Uhr