Wichtellöcher, Cave system and geotope in Wabern, Germany.
Wichtellöcher consists of two limestone caves near Wabern situated just a few meters apart, each roughly half a meter tall and wide. They sit along a field path and are explained through informational panels describing their geological formation.
The caves formed during the Muschelkalk period roughly 242 to 235 million years ago when an ancient sea covered the region, depositing limestone and marl. This process created the conditions that allowed water to later carve the passages from the rock.
The name comes from local folklore about "wichtel," mythical creatures to whom residents attributed the caves' creation and use. These stories continue to shape how people understand and talk about the site today.
Access is via a field path accompanied by informational panels explaining geological details. Wear comfortable shoes and note that the caves are very small and can only be viewed from the outside.
The site earned recognition as Geotope of the Year in 2022 within the National Geopark GrenzWelten, gaining official acknowledgment for its geological importance. This award brought greater attention from geology specialists and enthusiasts.
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