Kammerlöcher, Rock formations in Ilm-Kreis, Germany
Kammerlöcher is a series of rock walls and cliffs situated in the Zahme Gera valley between Angelroda and Geraberg that defines the landscape. Different geological layers are visible within the crevices, revealing the complex rock structure beneath.
The rock formation developed during the Saxonian mountain-building phase roughly 140 million years ago when the Thuringian Forest emerged from an ancient seabed. This geological process created the distinctive cliffs and crevices visible in the landscape today.
Local folklore speaks of dwarfs dwelling in the small caves here, a tale recorded by the writer Ludwig Bechstein in the 19th century. This story still shapes how visitors experience and understand the place today.
The site is accessible via multiple hiking trails, with routes starting from nearby villages like Angelroda. Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended for exploring the rock formations safely.
The rock walls rise up to 30 meters (100 feet) above the Zahme Gera river, with crevices reaching widths of 20 meters (65 feet). These broad openings allow visitors to see the inner rock layers exposed in a way rarely encountered elsewhere.
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