Hiking along the Schwarzwasserbach from the Natural Bridge to the Kessellöcher

Riezlern, Egg - Natur Kneipp area Kesselschwand - Natural bridge - Schwarzwasserbach path - Sports field Au - Kessellöcher - Schwarzwassertalstraße, Schröflesäge

Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing. Hiking poles recommended for steeper sections.

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Starting point of the route: Walserbus line 2, Erlebach bus stop

Return from: Walserbus line 5, Schröfle bus stop

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Paid parking spaces at the starting point at the Erlebach bus stop.

The Natural Bridge is a stone bridge spanning a large pool with a waterfall. The natural monument is typical of the erosion that water has carved out of the Schrattenkalk (stratified limestone). Due to the cave-forming and water-permeable Schrattenkalk, a bridge arch spanning over the stream bed has remained here.

During April to June, the Schwarzwasserbach carries a lot of water due to snowmelt, but from about July, the water volume decreases significantly and by the end of summer, the stream sometimes dries up completely in the absence of precipitation. Observing the play of water masses in the swirl holes is then not possible, but the details of the many erosions are particularly visible.

Canyoning guides offer canyoning routes in the Schwarzwasserbach (depending on water level).

For families with children, it is advisable to do the hike in reverse: then the Schwarzwasserbach can be discovered playfully: the Nature Explorer Adventure Schwarzwasserbach is located here. The necessary explorer books for this themed trail are available at the Walserhaus tourist information.