The Leutaschklamm, also called the Leutascher Geisterklamm, is a dramatic gorge on the Bavarian-Tyrolean border near Mittenwald and Unterleutasch, carved by the Leutascher Ache stream. It's one of the longest developed gorges in the eastern Limestone Alps, blending wild scenery with family-friendly infrastructure.

Narrow rock walls, rushing water and steel walkways suspended just above the stream create a striking atmosphere throughout the year. The gorge is marketed as the 'Geisterklamm' (Ghost Gorge) with a 'Koboldpfad' (Goblin Trail), where a grinning ghost with blinking eyes and sound effects accompany visitors along 40 information points covering local myths, geology, flora and fauna. In spring the meltwater swells the stream dramatically, while heavy snowfall can lead to temporary closures in winter.

How to get there

• Mittenwald — entrance at the gorge exit, wooden boardwalk leading 200 m upstream to a 23-metre waterfall, easy
• Unterleutasch — alternative access to the full 1650 m gorge route, moderate difficulty

Practical information

• Walking through the gorge itself is free; only the path to the waterfall requires an entrance fee
• The Geisterklamm/Koboldpfad loop is 1.9 km long with 40 themed information stops
• Open year-round, but closed during heavy snowfall
• Recognised as a valuable geotope by the Bavarian State Office for the Environment

Nearby, on the ridge above, sits the Ederkanzel inn, where the dining room lies in Germany but the terrace is in Austria — the border stone stands right next to the terrace door.