Steinbruch Schüren, Nature reserve and cultural heritage site in Dortmund, Germany
Steinbruch Schüren is a protected natural reserve in Dortmund covering roughly 8.6 hectares with exposed rock formations across two sections. A small pond lies within the site along with diverse grassland that covers much of the reclaimed quarry floor.
Stone extraction began here in medieval times and supplied building materials for major churches including Reinoldi Church. The quarry closed in 1957 and the site was later designated as a nature reserve.
The site's name refers to the stone extraction work that shaped the local landscape for centuries. Today visitors can observe how nature has reclaimed the industrial space, with plants and wildlife creating a living tapestry across the exposed rock faces.
The site has marked paths for visitors to observe the rock formations and natural habitats while keeping safe distance from exposed cliff faces. The trails are clearly marked and the flat terrain makes walking straightforward for most visitors.
The exposed stone layers here are over 315 million years old and reveal an ancient geological record. The small pond on the site functions as a breeding ground where amphibians return each season to reproduce.
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