Steinhirt, Mountain summit in Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Steinhirt is a mountain summit in Baden-Württemberg topped by the Wäldlesfels, an eight-meter limestone rock formation that rises sharply above the surrounding terrain. The peak offers views across forested hills and can be reached from several approaches.
The hill formed approximately 14 to 15 million years ago through ground rebound following a meteorite impact that created the Steinheimer Basin. The rock formation has remained relatively unchanged since this ancient geological event.
The place holds significance for the climbing community, who regularly gather here to practice their skills. Today visitors can see chalk marks and climbing gear scattered around the rock, showing how actively this formation is used.
The rock is a popular training ground for climbers with routes of varying difficulty levels. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and watch the weather, as the limestone becomes slippery when wet.
The limestone surface contains drill holes left by ancient marine mollusks, revealing that an old reef once thrived here. These traces remind visitors that the meteorite crater was once filled with water.
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