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Bezirk Zell am See
Lofer

The Triftsteig – over the wild waters of the Saalach

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Austria
Salzburg
Bezirk Zell am See
Lofer

The Triftsteig – over the wild waters of the Saalach

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The Triftsteig – over the wild waters of the Saalach

01:32

5.77km

60m

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The circular hike begins at the information office in Lofer. From here you hike to the nearby Teufelssteg, which you don't cross yet. Instead, you follow the path along the wild Saalach through the Teufelsschlucht. Large boulders in the river create roaring water, which is particularly popular with canoeists and…

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Last updated: March 6, 2026

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904 m

Teufelsschlucht near Lofer

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From the Teufelssteg to the Teufelsschlucht, then even further, that was one of my most beautiful tours. Roaring water, over hill and dale, a few bridges and mostly a mountain panorama. I'll definitely do the rounds again!

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1.26 km

In the Devil's Gorge there are large boulders both on the side of the path and in the water - very impressive!

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5.16 km

Great jetty over rushing water and only a few minutes walk from the center of Lofer.

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5.77 km

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2.98 km

1.16 km

1.12 km

477 m

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2.32 km

1.20 km

1.10 km

674 m

435 m

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March 2, 2024

The circular hike begins at the information office in Lofer. From here you hike to the nearby Teufelssteg, which you don't cross yet. Instead, you follow the path along the wild Saalach through the Teufelsschlucht. Large boulders in the river create roaring water, which is particularly popular with canoeists

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June 12, 2024, 🇦🇹Lofer: Der Triftsteig, über den wilden Wassern der Saalach, vom Teufelssteg zur Teufelsschlucht

Thanks to the great collections from @Salzburger Saalachtal we came across this great circular hike along the wild Saalach. First we went directly down along the roaring river, from the Teufelssteg to the Teufelsschlucht, on beautiful paths and footbridges. 💧🌳 Halfway along the route we go up on the other side of the river, through forest and meadows, with a great view of the Loferer Steinberge. 🌳🌿🏔 Super varied and beautiful mandatory hike in the Saalachtal!🤩 PS: My collection for vacation in the Salzburg Saalachtal: https://www.komoot.com/de-de/collection/2680422/-salzburger-saalachtal-lofer

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The Saalach is a picturesque river flowing through the impressive Alpine landscape and forming the border between Austria and Germany. In the region around Lofer, a charming town in the Salzburg Alps, the Saalach reveals itself in all its beautiful beauty. Surrounded by majestic mountains and lush forests, the river offers numerous recreational opportunities. The Saalach is particularly popular with outdoor enthusiasts; it is a perfect spot for rafting, kayaking, and fishing. The clear, shimmering waters invite you to swim and relax. Numerous hiking and biking trails stretch along the river, offering spectacular views of the surrounding nature. The Saalach near Lofer is a true gem in the Austrian Alps.

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This beautiful hike leads over the Triftsteig through the Teufelsschlucht along the Saalach to the Auerbrücke. Then the path leads slightly uphill in serpentines past a few hiking golf stations via Bairau to the Teufelssteg back to Lofer. Sturdy shoes are definitely advisable here.

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The large parking lots in town are all fully used. Private parked for a fee. https://www.lofer.com/de/stories/das-salzburger-saalachtal-hat-seinen-triftsteig-wieder-250/ You also come across a Federal President's pulpit on the way, as Kirschläger opened the way back then.

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I started my round at 6 a.m. this morning in Lofer in Salzburger Land.🇦🇹 Must say it was one of my most beautiful tours!!!👍👍👍 Only pure nature..... From the Teufelssteg, through the Teufelsschlucht and partly through the forest. Most of the time I had a view of the Loferer Steinberge. It was wonderful! We have such a beautiful nature!🍀🍀🍀🌞🌞🌞 There was also a free history lesson.😉 Ps.: the slipped wooden bridge was not locked. But if she can stand me, then it's fine. 😂

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First day of vacation :) Stopover in Lofer with a great tour along the Saalach. I think you can stay longer in Lofer.

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