--- id: 6128 title: Circular hiking trail through Donnersbach Gorge path: /en/activities/tours/Circular-hiking-trail-through-Donnersbach-Gorge_tour_6128 url: "https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/activities/tours/Circular-hiking-trail-through-Donnersbach-Gorge_tour_6128" language: en generated_at: "2026-10-31T00:07:39+01:00" type: object class: App\Model\DataObject\Tour --- back Grimming-Donnersbachtal Circular hiking trail through Donnersbach Gorge ================================================= Waterway Overview Data: [GPX](https://tirol.mapservices.eu/nefos_app/api/gpx/el_oD9BiM7lvDWLMtVl/en/generate/121375349) [Elevation profile](https://tirol.mapservices.eu/nefos_app/api/altitudeprofile/el_oD9BiM7lvDWLMtVl/en/121375349/800/200) Print [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Klammrundweg%20Donnersbach/179733/image-thumb__179733__lightbox/psx_20240712_072408.9e98c8e5.jpg) copyright: Marlene Eggmayr [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Klammrundweg%20Donnersbach/18760/image-thumb__18760__lightbox/60184608_381825630.06ca1c5b.jpg) copyright: Armin Walcher [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Klammrundweg%20Donnersbach/18763/image-thumb__18763__lightbox/60185041_795335677.afcceada.jpg) copyright: Armin Walcher [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Klammrundweg%20Donnersbach/179734/image-thumb__179734__lightbox/psx_20240711_183343.a7de2e2b.jpg) copyright: Marlene Eggmayr [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Klammrundweg%20Donnersbach/18762/image-thumb__18762__lightbox/60184711_595203495.733976d6.jpg) copyright: Christoph Lukas [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Klammrundweg%20Donnersbach/18761/image-thumb__18761__lightbox/60184642_1756934025.92b1c75c.jpg) copyright: Roland Gutwenger [](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Klammrundweg%20Donnersbach/18764/image-thumb__18764__lightbox/78608753_198744891.c5356c0a.jpg) copyright: Klaus Zettler [show gallery](https://dqq9mwzzr5k9i.cloudfront.net/general-solutions/tours/Klammrundweg%20Donnersbach/psx_20240712_072408.jpg) Tour description 10 out of 10 hiking points go to the home of the Donnersbach squirrel community: the Donnersbachklamm gorge. It is a natural monument and, without exaggeration, a great silent attraction. You hike through forest and meadow, past sandbanks, to the Holzknechthütte. At the heart of the gorge, the large footbridge and the story bank invite you to listen and observe. Continue up to the Klammsteigruhe, through the narrow rock tunnel and green forest up to the forest road. This leads you back to the village with views of Donnersbach. The tour easy Starting and end pointParking lot Gasthof Leitner Tour characteristics Distance: 4.8 km Fitness (2/6) Skills (2/6) InformationDistance: 4.8 km Duration: 2:00 h Ascent: 200 m Descent: 200 m highest point: 830 m Best seasonJan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Map, elevation profile & further information -------------------------------------------------- - Tour description - Arrival & parking - Public transport - Equipment - Tips & links There is also room for a car at the starting point at Gasthof Leitner. Once you have laced up your shoes and brought your jacket and rucksack, off you go. After a 10-minute walk, following the signposts, you come to the entrance to the gorge, down a few steps, along the narrow path lined with meadows and woods, with the stream flowing to the right of the path. Pass sandbanks where the many stones, marbled, with shells and flints are quite something. When you reach the large meadow, which is covered with colourful flowers in spring, you can already see the woodcutter's hut and the model of a water rake. At the following spring you can refresh yourself again before the ups and downs of the path become more. Accompanied by the scent of damp moss, sorrel and wild strawberries, a unique feeling develops as you then walk along soft ground, sometimes over roots and stones, letting your thoughts run free and marvelling at the power of the water as it tumbles over the rocks into the depths. You should linger here for a moment, breathe in the clear freshness and feel the wet splashes on the tip of your nose. A glance upwards is enough to see the lichens glowing yellow from the rock. Continue to the footbridge, up and down the steps, until you reach the Klammsteigruhe. Be sure to pause here before going uphill again after the "tunnel". At the top of the clearing, there is a bench for a rest. Follow the signposts back through forest and meadow to the road. Once you have crossed the road, follow the forest path back to the starting point. Let your soul dangle on the flat stretch of the forest path, take a look at the mountain farms across the road, look back on the distance you have covered and simply enjoy yourself! Makes sense. Way number: 1 read more At Stainach or Wörschach you branch off from B320 towards Irdning and then go further to Donnersbach. Free parking at Gasthof Leitner in Donnersbach. read more Take bus 941 to the bus stop "Donnersbach Abzweigung Ilgenberg". The starting point of the hike is also at Gasthof Leitner opposite.Attention! No bus connection during the summer holidays. Bus timetable:[ www.verbundlinie.at](http://www.verbundlinie.at)The nearest train station "Stainach-Irdning" is about 12 kilometres away in Stainach. Train timetable:[www.oebb.at](http://www.oebb.at) read more - If the weather gets worse, you should turn back in time. If you get caught in a thunderstorm, do not stay on the summit or ridge and keep away from single trees. Wait, if possible in a crouching position, to be safe during the thunderstorm. - Stay on the clearly marked paths and remember to close pasture fences when you pass them on your way. - In case of an emergency, keep calm and call the mountain rescue service under 140. If you have no cell phone signal, take out your sim card and dial 112. - If you meet cows: Walk above the herd at least 50 meters away. Stay calm, don't make hectic movements and don't run away. Do not imitate cow sounds and try not to stroke the animals. With a stick and loud calls, the animals can often be turned around in an emergency. - If you are a dog owner: Clarify already before the hike whether you have to cross grazing areas. Keep your dog on a leash and make sure that he keeps calm. Let the dog off the leash immediately in case of a cow attack. Never pick him up to defend him. Shoes with a light tread and clothing suitable for the weather are sufficient for this tour. You might also want to pack a snack in your backpack to enjoy nature during a break. read more Klamm stories to listen to and read whenever you want. In the Klamm, on the podcast: [anchor.fm/klammgeschichten](http://anchor.fm/klammgeschichten) or on the blog: [derbergdastal.at/klammgeschichten](http://derbergdastal.at/klammgeschichten)**Tourism information:** [www.schladming-dachstein.at](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at)**Tourist Office Schladming-Dachstein** Ramsauerstrasse 756 8970 Schladming T: +43 3687 23310 info@schladming-dachstein.at - SCHLADMING-DACHSTEIN Hiking EAST. Available free of charge from tourist offices and accommodation providers. - SCHLADMING-DACHSTEIN hiking map East (1:50.000) read more [Fullscreen](https://maps.schladming-dachstein.at/v2/en/gdi_summer/2d/-1/detail/-1/-1/-1/4407/121375349) Along the route ----------------- Grimming-Donnersbachtal copyright: Gasthof Leitner opens soon Show opening times 09.05.2026 - 01.11.2026 mondayclosed tuesdayclosed wednesday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 20:00 thursday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 20:00 friday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 20:00 saturday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 20:00 sunday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 20:00 --- 10.12.2026 - 15.04.2027 monday17:30 - 19:30 tuesday17:30 - 19:30 wednesday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 thursday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 friday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 saturday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 sunday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 Gasthof Leitner [read more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/regional-infrastructure/pois/DAC/6224124a-395d-4629-8afb-73e2bc4d3a4d/gasthof-leitner) Grimming-Donnersbachtal copyright: Gasthof Rüscher opens soon Show opening times 26.03.2026 - 01.11.2026 monday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 tuesdayclosed wednesdayclosed thursday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 friday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 saturday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 sunday11:30 - 14:00 17:30 - 19:30 Gasthof Rüscher [read more](https://www.schladming-dachstein.at/en/info-and-service/regional-infrastructure/pois/DAC/332a81f8-ede9-42c7-a733-65d2a0dda4e3/gasthof-ruescher) Wheather predicition ---------------------- today 31.10.2026 Mountain 1°C Valley 10°C Snow Mountain 4 cm Valley 0 cm Wind speed Nord 15 km / h Precipitation Probability 85 % Amount 5.5 l/m² Sun Sun hours 4.6 h Sunrise 06:46 o clock Sunset 16:48 o clock Dry and sunny throughout the day, becoming cloudy towards evening. tomorrow 01.11.2026 Mountain -4°C Valley 6°C Snow Mountain 3 cm Valley 0 cm Wind speed Nord 15 km / h Precipitation Probability 85 % Amount 2.1 l/m² Sun Sun hours 0.3 h Sunrise 06:47 o clock Sunset 16:46 o clock Dull throughout the day with frequent, but fairly light snowfall. day after tomorrow 02.11.2026 Mountain -2°C Valley 6°C Snow Mountain 0.2 cm Valley 0 cm Wind speed Nord 10 km / h Precipitation Probability 50 % Amount 0.2 l/m² Sun Sun hours 0 h Sunrise 06:49 o clock Sunset 16:45 o clock The day will be dry, but mostly cloudy with occasional sunny spells. 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