Steinbruch am Langen Köchel im Murnauer Moor, Quarry and geotope in Murnau am Staffelsee, Germany.
The Steinbruch am Langen Köchel is a large quarry in the Murnauer Moor landscape, extending roughly 1 kilometer across and cutting several dozen meters deep into the earth. The exposed rock walls display layers of different stone types visible to walkers exploring the site.
Quarrying began in the 1920s and continued through 2000, supplying material for rail and road construction across the region. After closure, the pit gradually filled with groundwater and rainwater, eventually forming a lake.
The site represents a significant example of industrial heritage in Bavaria, with its former mining operations now transformed into an educational geological destination.
The location is easily reached on foot with marked trails around the quarry and lake. Spring through autumn is the best time to visit, when paths are dry and fully accessible.
The site exposes rare rock layers from the Cretaceous period, featuring calcite-filled fractures and various mineral deposits. These exposures are particularly valued by geologists and rarely seen in such quality elsewhere in the region.
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