“Velpker Switzerland” 🇨🇭 was created through the mining of sand and stone. Geological formations were uncovered that show how the history of the earth has developed in our region.

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MiGo 62

November 28, 2021

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Stone 🪨 was quarried here! The quarry area is now a great local recreation area and is wonderful for hiking 🥾. Here you can also learn something about the geological peculiarities on the geo-educational trail. Stones 🪨 and information boards provide an overview! 👀

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Korngiebel

August 27, 2018

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The degradation of the Velpker Rhät sandstone was done since 1640 in numerous quarries. The stones were initially used for the restoration of churches, monasteries and fortifications destroyed in the …

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1. Krebsloch Quarry Lake – Kuhloch Lake loop from Velpke

9.31km

02:23

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2. Krebsloch Quarry Lake – Kuhloch Lake loop from Samtgemeinde Velpke

10.4km

02:40

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3. Kuhloch Lake – Glacial Scratches of Velpke loop from Velpke

5.59km

01:26

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

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Elevation 70 m

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Friday 13 March

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Location: Velpke, Helmstedt, Lower Saxony, Germany

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1. Krebsloch Quarry Lake – Kuhloch Lake loop from Velpke

2. Krebsloch Quarry Lake – Kuhloch Lake loop from Samtgemeinde Velpke

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