Gräbelesberg, Mountain summit in Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Gräbelesberg is a mountain summit in the Swabian Jura with an elevation of approximately 913 meters and distinctive limestone formations from the Jurassic period. The terrain offers open summit areas with hiking routes that pass through the region's typical karst landscape.
The mountain formed during the Jurassic period when limestone deposits created the white rock formations visible today. This geological history has shaped the appearance and composition of the entire Swabian Jura region.
Local people use this summit as a regional hiking destination, and the marked trail network reflects how the mountain has become woven into everyday outdoor recreation. Visitors experience a hiking tradition that has connected communities across generations.
Multiple hiking routes lead to the summit, with walking times varying between two and four hours depending on the chosen path. Visitors should wear appropriate hiking boots and be prepared for changing weather conditions.
The limestone here displays visible white layers that look like an open history book, revealing different phases of marine deposits from millions of years ago. Many hikers overlook this natural geological display while focusing on the view.
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