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German Sandstone Park (Otto-Gampper-Park)

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German Sandstone Park (Otto-Gampper-Park)

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  • Location: Alsenz, Donnersbergkreis, Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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    June 17, 2022

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    In the German Sandstone Park in the Otto-Gampper-Park on the Alsenz, large-format sandstone rocks from various mining areas throughout Germany and different geological ages are on display. The oldest stone …
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    July 24, 2022

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    The park is located directly on the Alsenz.
    Thanks to the many benches and shady trees, you can catch your breath and marvel at the rocks even on hot days.
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    January 27, 2025

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    "The sandstones found in Germany were formed over a wide period of time from the Paleozoic to the Cenozoic era. The Palatinate sandstones are limited to the Permian (Rotliegend and Zechtein, 296 - 251 million years ago) and the Bunter Sandstone (251 - 243 million years ago) periods.
    The North Palatinate sandstones - and thus the deposits in the area around Alsenz - come from the Rotliegend period."


    Source: Information board (on site): "Sandstone - what is it actually?"
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    Historic Center of Obermoschel – View of Donnersberg loop from Alsenz

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

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

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

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    Elevation 160 m

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    Location: Alsenz, Donnersbergkreis, Palatinate, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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