Schrattenkalk Formation, Limestone formation in Swiss Alps, Switzerland
The Schrattenkalk Formation extends across Switzerland, Austria, and Germany, containing marine fossils and limestone deposits from the Lower Cretaceous period.
Bernhard Studer defined this geological formation in 1834, naming it after the Schrattenfluh area in Luzern, highlighting its importance in Alpine geology.
The formation name combines German words Schratten and Kalk, reflecting the regional geological terminology developed by Swiss scientists in the 19th century.
Geologists access the formation through multiple locations, including the north face of Eiger and the Hölloch cave system for research and mineral studies.
Scientists discovered over 50 dinosaur tracks from iguanodontids in an abandoned quarry near Lake Lucerne, providing evidence of prehistoric life.
GPS coordinates: 46.97505,8.33034
Latest update: March 9, 2025 10:38
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