Riesenstein, Megalith in Wolfershausen, Germany.
The Riesenstein stands 4.7 meters tall with a width of 4.6 meters, forming a massive rectangular structure made of Miocene quartzite near the Eder River.
Archaeological excavations near the base of Riesenstein revealed Neolithic human remains dating back to 3000 BC, with the first written record appearing in 1615.
The stone connects to German folklore through tales of giants attempting to destroy a monastery and fighting over a giantess in the region.
Visitors can reach the megalith by following a paved road north of the railway bridge, located 1.14 kilometers directly north of Wolfershausen village.
This quartzite formation weighs approximately 37 metric tons above ground and maintains a surface area of 14 square meters with a volume of 14 cubic meters.
Location: Schwalm-Eder-Kreis
Made from material: quartzite
GPS coordinates: 51.19249,9.44416
Latest update: March 21, 2025 22:34
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