Süntel Formation, Geological formation in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
The Süntel Formation is a geological layer in North Rhine-Westphalia composed of rock deposited during the Late Jurassic period. It contains alternating bands of limestone, marl, and sandstone that formed in shallow ancient seas.
This rock layer formed around 150 million years ago in a shallow sea that covered northern Europe at that time. It has since been exposed and revealed to researchers studying the ancient environment of the region.
Scientists have discovered multiple vertebrate fossils in the Langenberg Quarry, including the remains of the dinosaur genus Europasaurus and various theropod specimens.
Visitors can observe the formation at several quarries and research sites, particularly at the Langenberg Quarry where active excavation takes place. Plan your visit during dry seasons when access roads are in good condition.
Quarries within this formation have yielded dinosaur remains, including specimens from the genus Europasaurus and unusual prehistoric crocodilian skeletons. These fossils reveal the animal life that inhabited the region millions of years ago.
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