Wolkenbrüche bei Trendelburg, Geological sinkhole formation in Trendelburg, Germany.
Wolkenbrüche bei Trendelburg are two distinct sinkholes with contrasting features: one holds a permanent water basin while the other remains dry. These depressions formed where the ground surface collapsed over underground cavities, creating prominent bowl-shaped features in the landscape.
These sinkholes developed over millions of years as salt deposits deep underground dissolved, leaving vast cavities beneath the surface. The gradual collapse of rock layers above these voids eventually created the depressions visible today.
The sinkholes connect to the legend of Trendula, a giantess whose story has shaped how locals understand and speak about this place. Visitors today encounter these tales as part of the natural experience when exploring the site.
The site is located east of town center and accessible via marked trails, with parking available on the nearby road. Wear sturdy shoes as paths descend steeply to the sinkholes and can become slippery after rain.
The water-filled sinkhole reaches remarkable depths that make it the largest collapse crater in the Upper Weser sandstone region and contains an inner lake. This scale sets it apart from the neighboring dry depression and gives it distinctive geological importance.
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