Wen Valley

Wen Valley is a dry valley northwest of Steinheim am Albuch featuring striking limestone formations with animal names such as Sphinx and Hippopotamus. The valley displays the natural erosion landscape of Schwäbische Alb, where water shaped the rocks over millions of years.

The valley's formation dates back millions of years when water cut through the limestone of Schwäbische Alb. Since 2009 the area has been protected to preserve the environment from modern activities.

The valley functions as a learning site where information boards along the paths explain the local geology to visitors. People can read the landscape's story and understand how water and time shaped these formations.

The valley is best explored on foot, with marked walking paths providing access to the various limestone formations. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the paths cross uneven ground, and modern sports activities like climbing are not permitted.

The limestone formations bear animal names such as Sphinx and Hippopotamus, which emerged from their natural shapes. These named rocks make the valley a place where visitors discover how imagination and nature come together.

Location: Baden-Württemberg

GPS coordinates: 48.73390,10.01610

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:55