Bletterbach Gorge
Bletterbachschlucht
Part of the Dolomites World Heritage Site, this 8-km gorge reads like a geology textbook, with Permian fossils and dinosaur footprints.
Bletterbach Gorge lies near Aldein and is part of the UNESCO-listed Dolomites World Natural Heritage Site. The gorge is about 400 meters deep, and its rock layers, clearly stratified, run from volcanic porphyry 280 million years old up to Triassic dolomite. The trail starts at the visitor center and follows the valley floor past waterfalls to the end of the gorge, a loop of about 3–4 hours. Along the way you can see fossils, plant imprints and reptile footprints. Helmets are required (available for rent). Admission is about €9, including the geology museum. The gorge is about 35 km from Bolzano.
Opening hours
Approx. May–Oct, 09:30–18:00
Nearby sights
- Kohlern Cableway
- Montiggl Lakes
- Bolzano Cathedral
- Bolzano Christmas Market
- Piazza Walther / Waltherplatz
- Dominican Church
- Via dei Portici / Laubengasse
- Piazza delle Erbe / Obstplatz