Giebichenstein

Giebichenstein is a granite erratic and archaeological site located in the Staatsforst Krähe forest near Stöckse. The boulder sits prominently in the landscape as a reminder of glacial forces that shaped the region.

The stone was transported from Scandinavia during the ice age and later exposed through natural processes. Excavations in 1967 uncovered a prehistoric hunter settlement with tools and weapons at its base.

The stone appears on the coat of arms of both Stöckse and Samtgemeinde Steimbke municipalities. It serves as a symbol of local identity and heritage that residents proudly display.

The site is accessible via a hiking trail established in 1978 that connects three archaeological points of interest. Visitors should wear suitable footwear as the path goes through the forest to reach the stone.

Scientists determined that the stone was exposed approximately 103000 years ago, making it one of the region's oldest dated objects. This ancient exposure connects visitors directly to a vast span of geological time.

Location: Stöckse

GPS coordinates: 52.63300,9.31462

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05