Urweltmuseum GEOSKOP, Prehistoric natural history museum in Thallichtenberg, Germany.
The museum spans 400 square meters within Burg Lichtenberg castle, presenting fossils, minerals, and historical mining artifacts from the Palatinate region.
Opening in August 1998, the museum focuses on the Rotliegend period from 300 to 280 million years ago when the region sat at Earth's equator.
The research workshop established in 1989 provides educational programs and hands-on experiences for students, families, and paleontology enthusiasts throughout the year.
From April through October, visitors can explore the museum Tuesday to Sunday between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with reduced winter hours from November.
The collection features original bones of Germany's oldest reptiles and three-meter-long prehistoric shark fossils discovered near the museum location.
Location: Thallichtenberg
Inception: 1998
Official opening: August 28, 1998
Part of: Palatinate Museum of Natural History
Address: Burg Lichtenberg, 66871 Thallichtenberg 66871 66871
Website: http://urweltmuseum-geoskop.de
GPS coordinates: 49.55542,7.35487
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:55
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