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Felsenmeer Nature Reserve (Hemer)

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Felsenmeer Nature Reserve (Hemer)

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Felsenmeer Nature Reserve (Hemer)

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Naturpark Sauerland-Rothaargebirge

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

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1. Bench at the Felsenmeer in Hemer – Felsenmeer (Hemer) loop from Deilinghofen

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2. Felsenmeer (Hemer) – Bench at the Felsenmeer in Hemer loop from Deilinghofen

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3. Felsenmeer (Hemer) – Bench at the Felsenmeer in Hemer loop from Deilinghofen

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Antje 🥾 und Tola 🐾

June 13, 2021

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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PeterH65 (a.k.a. "Waldorf")

June 17, 2021

"... 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 Germany. The oldest civil engineering work on Eisenstein in all of North Rhine-Westphalia has been found here. A barrier-free bridge makes it possible inaccessible rock formations
cross and opens up an overwhelming view over the sea of rocks. The rock formations in the dense beech forest can be explored via a wooden walkway and a viewing platform directly adjacent to the Park of the Senses. What it looks like under the rocks and beeches can be seen in the Heinrichshöhle. ..."
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Schwerte-Radler

February 22, 2024

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.

This nature reserve is not only a prime example of the dynamic forces of earth's history, but also a place full of legends. One of the stories is about dwarves who searched for precious metals under the rocks and about giants who wanted to steal these treasures. The legendary dwarven king Alberich is said to have used a magic spell to cause the ceiling of the rock hall to collapse, which buried the giants under the rocks and created the sea of rocks.

Visitors can explore the Sea of Rocks on various paths, including a wooden walkway that leads directly over the cliffs and rocks. There is also a viewing platform and an upper bridge that are barrier-free, allowing visitors with limited mobility to enjoy the nature reserve. Dogs are allowed on a leash, and there is a large, free parking lot at the neighboring Sauerland Park.

The Felsenmeer Hemer is a special experience in every season, be it snowy, in the colorful autumn forest or in the lush green of summer. The cliffs and caves of the Felsenmeer are part of the impressive karst landscape, which visitors can explore in more detail on display boards. The recognition as an "Important Geological Monument of Germany" and as a "National Geotope" underlines the unique significance of this natural monument and its position as one of Germany's outstanding natural wonders.

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Elevation 280 m

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

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