Apparently the blasting operations in the 18th century had made a strong impression on the public, even abroad, so that it was occasionally suggested that the entire gorge had been created by man.
After a steep descent over steps and sloping paths, you reach the roaring Ränggloch (Renggloch). The waterfall and the whirlpool were so wild and turbulent that the spray could still be felt on the narrow bridge that leads over the Ränggbach. It is said that a lake was created here during the glaciation by the damming of the Krienbach, but it has long since disappeared and is said to have dared to jump over the waterfall.
The Molasse Gorge was carved and expanded by hand centuries ago to create a shorter transport connection between Sonnenberg and Malters.
Gallus Bear
The coat of arms of Kriens presents Saint Gallus in white on a green background on the right side. He is dressed in a black robe and carries a yellow halo and an abbot's staff. On the left side is a black bear carrying wood and receiving a yellow loaf of bread. The depiction of the bear carrying wood and Gallus distributing bread goes back to the legend of an encounter between the two. It is said that Gallus fed a hungry bear with bread. In return, the grateful bear helped Gallus to build a wooden hut, which over time developed into one of the largest Swiss monasteries - the monastery of St. Gallen.
Access
From the car park in the direction of Eigental, it takes about 45 minutes to walk down to the gorge. From Kriens-Obernau, it can be reached even quicker.
