Canyoning Kobelache
- Region
- Vorarlberg · Dornbirn
- Duration
- approx. 5–6 hours
- Level
- advanced · sporty
- Minimum age
- 14 years
- Price
- from €149 per person
- Season
- May to October
Tour description
The ultimate tour in Vorarlberg
The sporty canyoning tour near Lake Constance: jumps, slides and abseils through one of the most impressive gorges in Vorarlberg.
The full Kobelache is one of the most spectacular canyoning tours in Vorarlberg – ideal for anyone looking for canyoning near Lake Constance who wants a much sportier, wilder gorge.
The tour starts off calm and enchanting, but soon turns into an impressive playground of natural jumps, waterfalls, slides and abseils.
Time and again, the gorge narrows to just a few metres, creating an intense nature experience between steep limestone walls. It's exactly this mix of narrow passages, open sections and powerful water that makes the Kobelache so special.
Doing the full Kobelache means canyoning in its purest form: varied sections, gigantic rock formations and a gorge whose character keeps changing. Sometimes narrow and deep, sometimes sunny and open – a real adventure for sporty participants.
This tour is for anyone who already has some canyoning experience or is physically active and wants a more demanding gorge in the Lake Constance region.
Right in the action
Wild, narrow and full of movement
Jumps, natural water slides and abseils between impressive limestone walls.
Tour video
Narrow gorges, roaring waterfalls and spectacular abseils: the video shows why the Kobelache is one of the most intense canyoning experiences in Vorarlberg and the Lake Constance region.
What to expect
Kobelache highlights
Jumps
Plenty of jumps of up to 12 metres into crystal-clear plunge pools.
Abseiling
Spectacular abseils of up to 22 metres in impressive limestone scenery.
Slides
Natural water slides up to 15 metres long add extra action.
A varied gorge
Open and narrow sections keep alternating – a full day of canyoning near Lake Constance.
Technical details
The Kobelache in numbers
- Abseil height
- up to 22 m
- Jumps
- up to 12 m
- Water slides
- up to 15 m
- Total duration
- approx. 5–6 hours
- Time in the canyon
- approx. 4–5 hours
- Group size
- 7–8 participants per guide
Well prepared
What's included, equipment and requirements
Included in the price
- state-certified canyoning guide
- all necessary canyoning equipment
- wetsuit and neoprene socks
- canyoning harness with descender
- helmet and safety gear
- tour photos with a download link afterwards
- a drink to finish
Optional: canyoning shoes
If you need them, you can hire suitable canyoning shoes on site for €5 per person.
What to bring
- swimwear
- towel
- sturdy shoes such as trainers or walking shoes – or hire canyoning shoes on site
Requirements
- confident swimming skills
- good physical fitness
- sure-footedness on rough ground
- Minimum age 14
- participants under 18 need a parental consent form
From meeting point and back
How your tour works
Preparation
We meet either at our Canyoning base in the Allgäu or directly at Gasthof Gütle in Dornbirn. That makes the Kobelache a great choice for anyone looking for a high-quality canyoning tour near Lake Constance.
There you'll get all the canyoning equipment you need and a thorough briefing from our guides. Then we drive to the start of the gorge together.
Approach
After a short approach, the real adventure begins in the impressive limestone gorge of the Kobelache.
The tour
For several hours, you make your way through one of the most beautiful gorges in Vorarlberg – with jumps, natural water slides, spectacular abseils and impressive gorge sections.
- jumps into crystal-clear plunge pools
- natural water slides
- spectacular abseils
- impressive gorge sections
The tour offers several hours of pure canyoning in one of the most beautiful gorges in Vorarlberg.
Return
After the tour, we return to the starting point together. If you like, you can then ride back to our base with us to shower and relax.
There are also restaurants and places to eat nearby. For groups, we can organise a barbecue on request.
Safety & weather
Safe in the gorge
Certified guides
Experienced, state-certified guides take you safely through every section.
Small groups
7–8 participants per guide means good oversight and personal attention.
Top equipment
Professional, inspected canyoning safety equipment suited to the tour is included in the price.
Weather & water level
If the tour isn't possible for safety reasons, we switch to a comparable canyon or move the date. The guide on site always makes the final call.
Good to know
Kobelache FAQ
Is the Kobelache suitable as a first canyoning tour?
The full Kobelache is aimed more at sporty participants or people with some canyoning experience. For your very first taste of canyoning, we recommend starting with a less demanding tour in the Allgäu.
Is the Kobelache a good tour near Lake Constance?
Yes. The Kobelache is near Dornbirn in Vorarlberg, which makes it a great option for anyone looking for canyoning near Lake Constance who wants a sporty, particularly varied gorge.
Do I have to do all the jumps?
No. Many jumps are optional and you can abseil instead.
How demanding is the tour?
The tour lasts several hours and requires a good basic level of fitness. In return, you get one of the most impressive canyoning experiences in Vorarlberg.
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