Käsrinne bei Heidenheim

The Käsrinne extends 150 meters along the western slope of Gelber Berg, featuring a limestone-rich water flow that creates natural sinter basins.

The formation received its name from the milky appearance of its water and was first documented in written records during the 15th century.

This geological site stands as the longest stone stream in the Franconian Jura, attracting researchers studying natural limestone formations.

The stream remains accessible throughout the year through the spring hiking trail, though no direct path runs along its course through the forest.

Two small springs merge to form a stream that meanders for 50 meters before reaching the main stone channel, where water maintains 8 degrees Celsius.

Location: Heidenheim

Elevation above the sea: 590 m

Length: 150 m

Width: 1 m

Made from material: tuff

Website: http://umweltatlas.bayern.de/mapapps/resources/reports/sb_geotope/generateBericht.pdf?additionallayerfieldvalue=577R018

GPS coordinates: 49.03355,10.73145

Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:01