Schwellenburg, Summit in Erfurt, Germany
The Schwellenburg mountain rises 227.4 meters above sea level, forming a distinct gypsum hill in the northwest of Erfurt with terraced slopes.
Archaeological evidence suggests the presence of Stone Age settlements on this hill, though no remains of the castle suggested by its name exist.
The terraced slopes of Schwellenburg were created through medieval wine cultivation and stone quarrying activities, shaping its current distinctive appearance.
The nature reserve spans 22 hectares and connects to Erfurt via bus lines 10, 111, and 812, stopping at Tiefthal and Kühnhausen stations.
The southern slope reaches temperatures of 62 degrees Celsius in July, creating conditions where precipitation penetrates only 30 centimeters into the soil.
Location: Erfurt
Elevation above the sea: 227.4 m
GPS coordinates: 51.03057,10.95387
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:00
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