If you not only want to see the sea of rocks, but also want to know how it came about and what is worth knowing about it, you should definitely take a little time here to absorb the knowledge presented.

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June 17, 2021

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"... In the immediate vicinity of the Sauerland Park, the Felsenmeer and the Heinrichshöhle attract visitors. The wildly rugged rocky landscape is one of the 70 most important geotopes in …

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February 22, 2024

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The Felsenmeer in Hemer, a unique natural monument in the Sauerland, combines natural history and cultural aspects in a fascinating way. The geological formation of this remarkable geotope dates back millions of years and is the result of the weathering of limestone through dissolution processes. Rainwater, enriched with carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, turns into a weak acid that dissolves limestone, forming the characteristic rock formations of the Felsenmeer. Over geological periods, the impressive landforms that are now known as the Sea of Rocks emerged.

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Location: Hemer, Märkischer Kreis, Arnsberg District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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