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Kraus Cave – GeoDorf Gams

After noticing the fascinating dripstones - the stalagmites and stalactites -, the white gypsum crystal columns will certainly catch your eye. They represent a phenomenon throughout Styria. The [...]

Endemics

Flora & fauna

The high number of endemic plants, i.e. plant species that occur in one region of the world exclusively, is a special trait of the North-eastern Limestone Alps. The

Orchids

Flora & fauna

The Styrian Eisenwurzen Nature & Geopark impresses nature lovers with rare orchid species. Due to its extraordinary appearance, this highly developed and [...]

GeoPfad – GeoDorf Gams

Destinations in the Geopark

The GeoPfad (“path”) is a mostly easy walk which takes you to 15 things to see and learn on 3 kilometres.

GeoWerkstatt – GeoDorf Gams

Destinations in the Geopark

At the GeoWerkstatt (“workshop”) near Parkbad Gams, learning by doing is the name of the game. Supported by professionals, visitors can collect and uncover fossils. In addition to this, you get [...]

GeoRama – GeoDorf Gams

Destinations in the Geopark

The GeoRama (Citizen Service Point, Gams 145) is the ideal place to start a geological voyage of discovery in the region. Experience the tropical seas, the formation of the Alps and the Ice Age [...]

With a length of 350 metres, the Kraus Cave in the Noth Gorge is a truly amazing place. What makes it so special is its countless small gypsum crystals and stalactites that sparkle in the light. [...]

Noth Gorge – GeoDorf Gams

Destinations in the Geopark

The Noth Gorge is part of the GeoPfad (“path”). The entrance to this unique gorge is located near the GeoWerkstatt (“workshop”) and the Parkbad. Almost floating – that’s the first impression [...]

Wildalpen Arzberg Cave

Destinations in the Geopark

The protected Arzberg Cave is located near Wildalpen at 730 m above sea level at the northwest of the Arzberg mountain. On this tour, you’ll learn all about the Ice Age in the Salza valley. You [...]

GeoRafting

Destinations in the Geopark

Experience earth’s history in a rafting boat aka “Travel through time, do sports and explore Salza valley”.