Scharfenstein, Summit in Schwalm-Eder-Kreis, Germany.
The Scharfenstein rises 304 meters above sea level, featuring distinct basalt columns formed through the cooling process of volcanic material.
The volcanic formation dates back to the Miocene period, with activity starting 20 million years ago and ending 7 million years ago.
Ludwig Emil Grimm, brother of the renowned Brothers Grimm, created watercolor paintings of Scharfenstein in 1835, documenting its original form.
The summit location at coordinates 51.8323016, 10.6007472 offers direct access from a parking area near the Bundesautobahn 49 highway.
The hill experienced a significant transformation in March 1865 when severe weathering caused the original outcrop to split, reducing its height by half.
GPS coordinates: 51.83230,10.60075
Latest update: April 1, 2025 01:18
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