Gleirschbach

Gleirschbach
Country Austria
Physical characteristics
Main source Tyrol
River mouth Isar
47°22′33″N 11°18′30″E / 47.3759°N 11.3084°E / 47.3759; 11.3084Coordinates: 47°22′33″N 11°18′30″E / 47.3759°N 11.3084°E / 47.3759; 11.3084
Length ~ 12 km (7.5 mi)
Basin features
Progression IsarDanubeBlack Sea

The Gleirschbach originates north of the "Pfeishütte" in the "Samer Valley" on 1.200m sea-level. The creek has a length of app. 12 km; 7.40 km are on the city area of Innsbruck. At the "Möslalm" the Gleirschbach picks up the 1.40 km long Angerbach, which originates on the northern side of the Nordkette.

At the exit of the "Hinterau Valley" the Gleirschbach merges with the Isar. The water possesses A grade quality and is popular with rafting - fans.

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