Felsenmeer, Natural rock formation in Lautertal, Germany
The Felsenmeer covers over 2 kilometers with massive quartzite blocks forming a natural stone field on the slopes of Felsberg mountain at 240 meters elevation.
Romans extracted quartzite blocks from this site during ancient times, leaving behind more than 300 unfinished stone pieces that demonstrate their cutting techniques.
Local legends tell of two giants who created the rock formation during a dispute by throwing stones at each other across the valley.
The Geopark Information Center provides guided tours, educational programs, and detailed information about the geological formation and Roman history of the site.
The stone blocks originated through spheroidal weathering processes and glacial exposure, creating a distinctive pattern that resembles a frozen river of rocks.
Location: Lautertal
Elevation above the sea: 240 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Website: https://felsenmeer-zentrum.de
GPS coordinates: 49.72390,8.69111
Latest update: June 6, 2025 09:12
Hesse displays significant historical structures from multiple periods. The Roman fort Saalburg presents military architecture from the 2nd century. The monasteries of Arnsburg and Seligenstadt preserve Carolingian and Romanesque construction. Trendelburg and Friedrichstein castles connect medieval history with the Grimm era. The Crystal Cave Kubach and the Stone Field in Odenwald add geological formations to the cultural heritage.
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