Chöpfi, Protected geological formation in Winterthur, Switzerland.
The Chöpfi formation features sandstone pinnacles rising from the ground, composed of molasse, sandstone, and calcium carbonate deposits.
The sandstone formations originated approximately 15 million years ago during the mid-Miocene period, following seismic events from the Ries meteor impact.
The site functions as an educational destination where students and researchers study geological processes and sedimentary rock formations.
Visitors can access the site through marked paths from Winterthur, with information panels explaining the geological significance of the formations.
The sandstone pinnacles display distinctive bulbous heads due to selective cementation processes, measuring over one meter in height.
Location: Zürich
Location: Winterthur
Location: Wülflingen
Location: Weinberg
Made from material: molasse, sandstone, calcium carbonate
GPS coordinates: 47.51580,8.70219
Latest update: March 7, 2025 17:30
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