Colossus of Ostermunzel

The Colossus of Ostermunzel measures 3.2 meters in length and width, stands 2.6 meters tall, and weighs 27.5 tonnes of solid gneiss rock.

Located in Lower Saxony, this glacial formation originates from Scandinavia and dates back between 1.4 to 1.6 billion years, transported by ancient ice movements.

The stone discovery in 2013 led to its classification as a natural monument under Lower Saxon protection laws, preventing its initial planned demolition.

Visitors can access the Colossus at its current location near a bicycle path on Mühlenberg hill, where it serves as an educational geological resource.

The relocation of this massive stone in spring 2015 required a mobile crane and low loader, drawing 400 observers to witness the engineering operation.

Location: Barsinghausen

Made from material: gneiss

GPS coordinates: 52.38250,9.50806

Latest update: March 7, 2025 21:52