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Hemer Rock Sea

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North Rhine-Westphalia

Arnsberg District

Märkischer Kreis

Hemer

Hemer Rock Sea

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Hemer Rock Sea

Recommended by 157 hikers out of 167

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

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1. Bench in the Felsenmeer Hemer – Felsenmeer Hemer loop from Deilinghofen

7.66km

02:01

60m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Felsenmeer Hemer – Bench in the Felsenmeer Hemer loop from Deilinghofen

9.64km

02:35

110m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Bench in the Felsenmeer Hemer – Felsenmeer Hemer loop from Deilinghofen

2.65km

00:43

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moonbeam🌜

November 6, 2024

The entire area of the Hemer Sea of Rocks extends over 35 hectares and is mostly covered by a beech forest. Many rare animal and plant species inhabit the forest, the dead wood and the cool and damp crevices in the rocks. The Hemer Sea of Rocks is accessible all year round. Sturdy shoes are recommended. There are information boards at the entrances to the Sea of Rocks. The Panorama Trail of the Sea of Rocks marked there opens up the most beautiful areas and the impressive viewpoints.
Source: ich-geh-wandern.de/felsenmeer-hemer

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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 dwarf 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 a "Significant 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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Manuela

June 30, 2022

well signposted hiking trail through the sea of rocks, there are always panels to be found that explain how it came about.

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

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1. Bench in the Felsenmeer Hemer – Felsenmeer Hemer loop from Deilinghofen

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