Aare Gorge - West Entrance — Attraction in Schattenhalb

Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, the Aare Gorge offers a natural escape from the summer heat, yet fails to deliver on the breathtaking experience one might expect from such a renowned destination. With the temperature soaring to 33 degrees Celsius, the allure of the gorge lay primarily in its promise of a cooler climate—a promise it delivered on admirably. The shaded paths and the cool air trapped between the towering limestone walls provided a welcome respite from the oppressive heat.

However, beyond the immediate relief, the gorge offers little to captivate the seasoned traveler. The vistas, while occasionally impressive, are fleeting and predictable. In an age where stunning landscapes are just a click away, the few noteworthy views within the gorge can be readily found on Google, rendering the journey itself somewhat redundant.

The admission price, while not exorbitant, feels unjustified for what amounts to a short walk through a narrow canyon. The natural beauty, while present, lacks the grandeur or diversity that might otherwise compel one to linger. After a brief exploration, I found myself yearning for the open expanses of the nearby mountains, where the views are more varied and the experience more rewarding.

In conclusion, while the Aare Gorge serves as a cool refuge on a hot day, it ultimately falls short of offering a memorable or truly engaging experience. Three stars for the pleasant temperature, but I would recommend seeking higher ground for a more...

Absolutely awesome. A definite must if you are in the Meiringen area. It costs CHF18 for a combined ticket to walk through the Aareschlucht and then make use of the Reichenbach falls Bahn. I have not done that Reichenbach falls Bahn yet. I would highly recommend the Aareschlucht walk which is about 7km and the you walk back via a forested area to the Aareschlucht west train station. The walk back was about 5km. The colour of the water in the Aareschlucht is almost indescribable, such a gorgeous colour. My photos do not do it justice as all. I recommend that you wear suitable walking shoes as some areas ‘in the cave bits’ are wet and you want to avoid slipping. I did. see people use prams / buggies for smaller children , personally I would not recommend that as the walkways are narrow at times. It is a beautiful and interesting walk and truly fascinating what nature does. There are restaurants on either side of the Aareschlucht however I would recommend you take a water bottle with and a little snack as well. Always remember to layer your clothes as at times you can get really hot in the walk and then suddenly it gets a bit cooler. Definitely well worth the CHF 18 per adult. I believe you can buy tickets online, I wish I had done more homework on that as we had to wait in a queue to by tickets to gain entry into the Aareschlucht, it wasn’t an extremely long wait but I felt I wasted 45 minutes in a line to pay where I would have preferred to already start...

The Aare Gorge is a 1,400 m long and 200 m deep natural wonder. It takes around 45 minutes to walk through the imposing gorge – an easy and safe walk along walkways and through tunnels. With its constant cool temperature, the Aare Gorge is naturally refreshing – making it an ideal destination for a beautiful sunny day. When it rains, the gorge is very impressive with its mystical atmosphere and, at parts, large stretches of water. The gorge is a great destination in all weathers, and will be open from 2 April to 1 November 2021.

The Aare Gorge is located in the Hasli Valley in the eastern Bernese Oberland. The Hasli Valley is one of the large transverse valleys in the Swiss Alps. It stretches from the Grimsel Pass to Lake Brienz. The flat ground of the lower valley is separated from the upper valley by an impressive rock formation, dubbed the ‘Kirchet’. Over tens of thousands of years, the Aare eroded a path through the limestone cliffs of the ‘Kirchet’, forming the Aare Gorge, which is only 1–2 m wide in some places.

Best is to buy the combo ticket at the funicular for...