Gloppedalsura, Stone scree in Bjerkreim and Gjesdal, Norway
The mass of stones spreads across an extensive area between Veen and Byrkjedalstunet, forming Northern Europe's largest scree with an estimated volume of 30 million cubic meters.
In 1940, during World War II, 250 Norwegian soldiers used the natural stone formation as a defensive position against two German battalions, resulting in military casualties.
Geologists and researchers from the University of Bergen conduct studies at this location to understand the formation processes of rock avalanches and their impact on landscapes.
The scree sits along Route Rv503, with designated photo points and parking areas allowing visitors to observe the geological formation from different viewing angles.
Scientific investigations determined that the stone formation occurred approximately 12,300 years ago when an ice-dammed lake existed at 235 meters above current sea level.
Location: Bjerkreim
Location: Gjesdal
GPS coordinates: 58.76806,6.27861
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:33
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