Kalter Wangen, Mountain summit in Klettgau, Germany.
Kalter Wangen is a mountain summit located in the Klettgau region between the towns of Stetten and Grießen in Baden-Württemberg. The terrain is characterized by dense limestone formations from the Malm period and offers views toward the Alps from its peak.
The area experienced motorsport activity in the second half of the 20th century when mountain roads became venues for hill climb racing events. These events concluded in the 1980s and left behind an era of racing excitement in the region.
The name Kalter Wangen refers to the harsh weather conditions that dominate at this elevation, particularly the strong westerly winds in winter. Visitors quickly sense this exposed location and understand why locals chose this descriptive name.
Hiking paths connect the summit to surrounding communities and allow exploration of the entire valley area. The best time to visit is during warmer months when weather conditions are more stable and visibility is optimal.
The limestone formations here occasionally contain remnants of coral reefs and sea urchins from the Malm age. These fossil traces remind visitors that the region once lay beneath a warm shallow sea.
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