Riesenstein, Natural monument in Wolfershausen, Germany.
The Riesenstein megalith measures 4.7 meters in height and 4.6 meters in width, with a thickness of 1 meter near the Eder River.
Archaeological excavations at the base of Riesenstein revealed Neolithic human remains dating back to approximately 3000 BC, indicating early human settlement.
The name Riesenstein translates to Giant's Stone, referencing local folklore about two giants fighting over a giantess named Nagathe near this location.
Visitors can reach the megalith by following designated signs from the paved road, located 1.14 kilometers north of Wolfershausen village.
This quartzite formation weighs approximately 37 metric tons, surpassing the weight of individual sarsen stones found at Stonehenge in England.
Location: Naumburg
Made from material: sandstone
GPS coordinates: 51.19670,9.21185
Latest update: March 25, 2025 03:12
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