Umbalfälle

The largest waterfalls of Osttirol in the picturesque and beautiful Umbaltal valley.

Like hardly in any other valley of the Hohe Tauern, the landscape-forming effect and essence of a glacial stream is shown in such an impressive way as in the Umbal Valley with the imposing tiered waterfalls of the Isel. The smooth green rock of the riverbed with its washed-out hollows gives a glimpse of the power of the flowing water masses. The eponymous nature education trail invites for an exploratory journey and offers spectacular insights into the Isel cataracts.
Starting from the Parkplatz Ströden, which is accessible via the municipality of Prägraten am Großvenediger, one can make their way to the Umbal waterfalls. Either on foot or with the Umbal shuttle. Once there, one will encounter a multitude of nature lovers, for the Umbal waterfalls are much more than just a popular excursion destination. The Umbal waterfalls also have symbolic value. They can represent the entire beauty of the Hohe Tauern National Park. There is hardly any other place where one can get so close to the essence of a glacial stream.

Here, the last free-flowing glacial river of the Alps plunges spectacularly into the valley. The viewing path winds along seven stations at the impressive gorge of the cataracts from Ströden to the Blinig bridge. The information boards along the way provide information about the significance of the Isel, which can be described as the lifeblood of East Tyrol. At the same time, platforms invite visitors to experience the spectacular. Structures that protrude 30 m into the gorge are just one offer for people who want to experience thrill and come close to nature.

The Nature Power Path Umbal Waterfalls is awarded the Austrian Hiking Quality Seal.