Balancing rock in the Schrems forest, Natural monument in Schrems forest, Lower Austria
The granite boulder stands in equilibrium on a narrow base, creating a natural formation that appears to defy gravity in the forest landscape.
The formation emerged through glacial activities during the last ice age, when massive ice sheets transported and deposited boulders across the region.
Local residents incorporate the stone into regional nature education programs, teaching students about geological processes and natural monument preservation.
The stone connects to marked hiking trails through the Schrems forest, with designated parking areas and wheelchair-accessible paths leading to the site.
Visitors can observe how the massive stone maintains its position while gently moving when applying pressure at specific points of the formation.
Location: Schrems
Accessibility: Rolstoeltoegankelijk
GPS coordinates: 48.82778,15.08148
Latest update: March 14, 2025 02:53
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