Weiß Aus Deutschland: Partnachklamm Frozen Over

We recently made our long-anticipated wintertime visit to Partnachklamm, and unlike the previous attempt this time we were not turned away. We had been looking forward to seeing the gorge with frozen waterfalls and dramatic icicles for a few years. We even took our family down there last winter, but we were turned away because of dangerous “melting” conditions and falling icicles. But everything finally aligned for us, and we were able to continue our recent streak of winter photography and capture some awesome photos of the frozen paradise.

Though to make this trip a real success, we had to set out early on a Saturday morning to beat the crowds. We were there just after it opened at 9 am with only a handful of other visitors. It was definitely worth the early morning effort because the ice structures did not disappoint. And since we were there so early, we were even able to setup our tripod for some pictures of us (this would block the very narrow path along the river’s edge – so if other people are around you are rudely in the way).

The empty path didn’t last long though - Just about an hour into our photography session, the place began to overflow with people. Luckily this coincided with the end of the trail, so it was time for us to turn around and make the hike back with our tripod safely packed away.

Now – here are some photos (and a couple gifs) of the beautifully frozen Partnachklamm!