Salvesen gorge

The Salvesen gorge with its educational trail for children is a natural monument that is worth a visit for all the family.

In the north west of Tarrenz in the Gurgltal valley, the Salvesen river rushes across the narrow rocks of the homonymous gorge. Partly the rocks present various layers, which implies the different periods of time in which the waters have formed their way across the Salvesen gorge.

The round trail starts at the local museum of Tarrenz and takes you across the canyon in a walk of about two hours. A highlight of the 3 km long trail is the “Hoher Übergang”, which means high bridge, which really lives up to its name: about 40 m above the gorge, a little bridge takes over the depth. As far as kids are concerned, we recommend you to carry them in the carrying frame for children which can be rent in the tourist office. Sturdy shoes required! Also for kids the area round Tarrenz and the Salvesen gorge are particular adventures. Above the parish church of Tarrenz, the educational trail “Verhexter Kinderlehrpfad” starts. Along this trail, not only children can learn much: the 16 information panels are illustrated in a child-friendly manner with sagas and animals, making you fully enjoy nature.

Moreover the Salvesen gorge is ideal for canyoning tours. Longer walking passages make you experience nature more intensely, and the abseiling at the bridge is also interesting for spectators. The canyon is open from spring to autumn.

Where: Tarrenz, Gurgltal valley
Starting point: the local museum of Tarrenz
Peculiarities: canyoning tours, the educational trail “Verhexter Kinderlehrpfad”, the bridge “Hoher Übergang”