Kalbe, Mountain summit in Hesse, Germany
Kalbe is a mountain summit in the Hoher Meissner range in Hesse that rises to 719.5 meters and is shaped by basalt rock formations. The peak displays distinctive rock outcrops from the Tertiary period on its slopes.
The mountain was subject to lignite mining from 1949 to 1974, during which large portions of the peak were extracted. A lake subsequently formed in the mining pit after operations ceased.
The summit lies within Naturpark Meißner-Kaufunger Wald, connecting visitors to the natural surroundings of northern Hesse through marked hiking paths. The local community has long used this mountain as a destination for day trips and outdoor walks.
Several hiking trails lead from Mother Hulda Pond to the mountain summit, where you can enjoy clear views of the Werra Valley. The area offers routes ranging from easy to moderate difficulty for different hiking abilities.
The mountain holds deposits of minerals such as Aragonite and Calcite that draw geologists and collectors searching for rare crystal formations. These minerals developed during the formation of the basalt rocks and define the geological character of this location.
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