waterfall in Heiligenblut

Jungfernsprung

The Jungfernsprung (Virgin's Leap) is a waterfall near Heiligenblut in Carinthia, at the foot of the Grossglockner, Austria's highest mountain. The name follows the Central European tradition of naming dramatic natural features after legendary leaps, falls, or sacrifices.

A waterfall near Heiligenblut, Carinthia’s most photographed village at the foot of the Grossglockner (Austria’s highest mountain at 3,798 meters). The Jungfernsprung is a short walk from the village and a natural complement to the Grossglockner Hochalpenstrasse drive. Free, always accessible. Combine with the Gothic St. Vinzenz church in the village center.

Type
waterfall
Destination
Heiligenblut
Cost
Free to visit
Address
9844 Heiligenblut
Coordinates
47.0114, 12.8634
Official website
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