Top 20 Waterfalls around Bezirk Hallein

The Bluntautal Valley in Golling an der Salzach is an excellent choice for families, offering easy paths around its two beautiful lakes and a serene natural experience. The hike to the Bluntau Waterfall within this valley is also family-friendly. Additionally, the Dachser Waterfall near Abtenau is part of a pleasant short hike, often combined with the Tricklfall, making it a great family excursion.

Bezirk Hallein is known for its diverse waterfalls. The Golling Waterfall is notable for its water originating from an underground spring in the Schwarzbachfall cave. The Dachser Waterfall is a unique karstic waterfall where water emerges directly from multiple holes in the mountain face. The Bluntautal Valley features a playful river, two beautiful lakes, and numerous waterfalls carrying snowmelt in springtime.

Yes, the Gollinger Waterfall and Historic Watermill offers both a natural spectacle and a historical site. The nearby late Gothic pilgrimage church of St. Nicholas also adds to the historical charm of the area around Golling Waterfall. Another historical highlight is the Water-powered washing mill on the Schimengrenzbach, which is part of the Mühlenrundweg (Mill Circular Trail).

The waterfalls are particularly impressive from late spring to early summer. During this period, snowmelt from the mountains significantly increases the water volume, making cascades like those in the Bluntautal Valley and the Dachser Waterfall especially powerful. Summer also offers refreshing natural spectacles, ideal for cooling down on hot days.

Beyond visiting the waterfalls, the region offers various outdoor activities. You can explore mountain hikes, with routes like the 'Kleiner Jenner Summit' or 'Schlenken Summit Cross'. For cyclists, there are numerous road cycling routes and touring bicycle routes, including scenic loops through the Bluntautal or along the Salzach Cycle Path.

The Golling Waterfall is easily accessible via a forest path, and typically has parking available nearby. The Bluntautal Valley, home to the Bluntau Waterfall, is also well-signposted and popular, suggesting good accessibility for visitors, often with designated parking areas.

Many trails in the region, including those around the Golling Waterfall, are considered dog-friendly. It's always advisable to keep dogs on a leash and ensure they are comfortable with the terrain and other visitors.

While not entirely hidden, the Schwarzenbach Waterfall offers a very beautiful and lovingly laid out hiking trail with several well-placed benches, providing a romantic and tranquil experience away from the most crowded spots. The Tricklfall and Dachserfall Waterfalls also offer a distinct geological phenomenon and are part of a pleasant, less strenuous excursion.

Visitors frequently praise the refreshing natural spectacle, especially on hot days, and the picturesque settings. The well-secured paths and different viewpoints, such as the 'Witches' Cauldron Bridge' at Golling Waterfall, are highly appreciated. The serene atmosphere of places like the Bluntautal Valley and the unique geological formations of karstic waterfalls also receive positive feedback.

The Golling Waterfall is one of Salzburg's highest and most spectacular, with a drop of 76 meters across two major plunges. While not in Bezirk Hallein itself, the Sulzer Waterfall in Almbach Gorge (Germany), very close to the Austrian border, is also magnificent, plunging an estimated 114 to 118 meters in a series of five distinct cascades.

Yes, there are options for circular walks. For instance, you can 'transform' the Golling Waterfall from the north, allowing you to get directly to the spring and descend the path at the waterfall, which can be part of a circular route. The Mühlenrundweg (Mill Circular Trail) also incorporates the Water-powered washing mill on the Schimengrenzbach and other natural features.