The old quarry in the forest near Merzhausen is an idyllic place that fascinates the viewer and whose atmosphere is determined by the impressive basalt walls. The Merzhausen village association …

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𝘾.𝘽. 𝘼𝙙𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙨

March 3, 2022

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An old quarry in the forest that is slowly but steadily being reclaimed by nature. A lovely place to explore - with due caution of course. There is also a shelter here.

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𝘾.𝘽. 𝘼𝙙𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙨

November 17, 2021

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A freely accessible old quarry located in the forest. There is a refuge near the entrance and a trail leads around the entire quarry. Just don't venture too close to the edge and you should have good shoes with you.

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Elevation 320 m

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Location: Willingshausen, Schwalm-Eder-Kreis, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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