Oldenburg

The Oldenburg meteorite is a stony meteorite that fell in the Oldenburg area of Lower Saxony in 1930 and is composed of silicate minerals and metal. Fragments of this celestial object were found between Bissel and Beverbruch and are now housed in scientific institutions.

The meteorite struck Earth on September 10, 1930, with two stones landing in an area between Bissel and Beverbruch. This event was documented and made the find an important part of scientific collections.

The meteorite is regarded by scientists worldwide as a research object that helps us understand the early solar system. Its presence in German collections shows the lasting interest in extraterrestrial materials and their importance to science.

The meteorite fragments are stored in various scientific institutions and are not on display at a public site. Interested visitors should contact museums or research facilities directly to learn more about the collection and possible viewings.

The meteorite belongs to the L6 group of ordinary chondrites and contains nickel and cobalt content typical of such celestial objects. These metallic compositions make it a valuable research object for understanding collisions in the early cosmos.

Location: Oldenburg

GPS coordinates: 52.95000,8.16667

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:52