Nördlinger Ries, Rampart crater in Bavaria, Germany
The Nördlinger Ries forms a circular depression spanning 24 kilometers in diameter with its floor situated 150 meters below the surrounding terrain points.
The meteorite impact occurred 14.8 million years ago during the Middle Miocene period, releasing energy equivalent to 1.8 million atomic explosions.
Scientists identified the crater's true origin in 1960 through the discovery of coesite minerals, disproving previous theories about volcanic formation.
Visitors can explore the crater's geological features through digital elevation maps and observe the impact materials integrated into local building structures.
The impact generated 72,000 tonnes of microscopic diamonds from local graphite deposits, which remain embedded in regional construction materials.
Location: Donau-Ries
Location: Ostalbkreis
Elevation above the sea: 418 m
GPS coordinates: 48.88854,10.53650
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:58
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