Here you’ll find all the information you need for your visit to the Sigmund Thun Gorge in Kaprun. From various travel and parking options, to opening hours and admission prices, to suggested tours and hikes—including approximate durations—in and around the Sigmund Thun Gorge.
There are several ways to reach us. We have four large parking lots for cars and tour buses—please note, however, that parking cannot be guaranteed on peak days during the summer. In that case, we recommend taking public transportation via Postbus Line 660, which runs every half hour. For cyclists and e-bike riders, we offer a free charging station and bike racks.
P1: Follow the path downhill to a bridge. Cross the bridge and then turn left before reaching the entrance to the gorge.
2 minutes
P2: Walk briefly uphill along the bike path before turning right at a bench and following the signposted hiking trail to the entrance.
5 minutes
P3 and P4: Follow Kesselfallstraße downhill to P2. (See P2.)
8 minutes
Please note: Long-term parking or camping is strictly prohibited in all of our parking lots, without exception!
Pay the admission fee at the ticket counter and scan your ticket at one of the two turnstiles.
Don’t want to wait? Single-entry tickets can be purchased directly through our online store. Using the QR code, you can enter the gorge immediately via our “Fast Lane” at the second turnstile with minimal wait time.
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Dogs are admitted free of charge and are welcome.
A few meters past the ticket booth, you’ll reach the “Fluchtbrücke.” After that, the gorge narrows and the natural spectacle really begins. Over 320 meters and 263 steps, you’ll experience the true power of water and what it has created over 10,000 years. At a leisurely pace, this takes about 15–20 minutes. But this isn’t about time. Leave the stress of everyday life behind and enjoy nature. At the end of the gorge, you’ll find yourself right at Klammsee.
Sigi’s tip: Visit the gorge in midsummer (July and August) during off-peak hours between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. or 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. It’s least crowded then, and with a little luck, you’ll have the gorge (almost) all to yourself.
Here are some easy hikes in and around the Sigmund Thun Gorge.
The following mountain hikes require good physical fitness and, in some cases, sure-footedness. The times listed are approximate. These descriptions are a selection and are neither exhaustive nor a substitute for detailed trip planning.
Follow the path along Klammsee further into the valley toward the Kesselfall Alpenhaus. A scenic trail takes you across meadows and through the forest to the glacier cable car and on to the Kesselfall Alpenhaus. From the Kesselfall Alpenhaus, you can take the bus either back to Kaprun or up to the high-altitude reservoirs. This hike takes about 2 1/2 to 3 hours round trip.
Due to the 250-meter elevation gain over five kilometers, this hike is also well-suited for runners.
After the end of the gorge, follow the hiking trail to the Schneckenreith alpine pasture. From there, take the steep Jetzbachastensteig trail up to the Glocknerblick Alpine Inn. From there, it’s not far to the top station of the MK Maiskogelbahn, which saves you the descent into the valley. The ascent takes about 2 1/2 to 3 hours and involves a climb of 800 meters in elevation.
After hiking through the gorge, follow the loop trail around Klammsee Lake and the signs to the Klammseestüberl. Bernard Martinovic and his team look forward to welcoming you and serving you. Right next door, you’ll find a playground and access to the icy-cold Klammsee Lake.
You can reach the Schneckenreith Alpine Farm after a short hike from the end of the gorge through the forest and across beautiful meadows. Here you’ll find a variety of homemade products from the farm’s own fields: tangy cheese, bacon, butter, and bread.
Please note that the gorge is only accessible in one direction – from the bottom to the top. For the return trip, follow the marked hiking trail from the end of the gorge and Klammsee back to the gorge entrance, the parking lots, or the bus stop.
On the way back, cross the gorge via the Bilinski Bridge. Our tip: stop here for a moment and look down into the gorge on both sides.
Sigi’s tip: Even though strollers aren’t allowed in the gorge, you can easily use them on the way back in either direction.
After a successful visit to the Sigmund Thun Gorge, Kaprun offers many other attractions for all ages, guaranteeing a perfect day of vacation. Some possible combinations include:
Do you have any questions? Feel free to check out our FAQs or contact us.
Dear guests and friends of the Sigmund Thun Gorge!
We look forward to welcoming you again daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Die kommende Saison rückt näher und wir sind noch auf der Suche nach tatkräftigen und motivierten Mitarbeitern.
Du hast Freude am Umgang mit Kunden, gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse und zeigst jede Menge Teamfähigkeit und Einsatzbereitschaft? Dann schau Dir unsere Stellenausschreibungen an, ob für Dich etwas dabei ist.
A heartfelt thank you to all our visitors for the many unforgettable moments and the wonderful, thrilling experiences shared in the midst of nature’s power.
Now it’s time for peace and quiet – ice, snow, and silence take the stage as the gorge rests and prepares for nature’s renewal.
We look forward to welcoming you again around the beginning of May 2026!
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