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Karlsruhe District

Rotfelden Dinosaur Site

Karlsruhe District

Rotfelden Dinosaur Site

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Rotfelden Dinosaur Site

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Location: Ebhausen, Calw, Karlsruhe District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Günter L.S.

May 4, 2025

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A glimpse into the early days of dinosaurs. The ancient layers were deposited in the Bundsandstein 245 million years ago.

Here, a large, predatory mock crocodile.

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Kristian

January 19, 2026

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Between 1963 and 1967, unique fossils were discovered in the Kössig quarry in Rotfelden, which are now on display at the Rosenstein Natural History Museum in Stuttgart. Among these valuable fossils are dinosaur footprints, suggesting a vibrant prehistoric life in the area.

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Juschu ( Jürgen & Vicky)

February 9, 2026

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Valuable fusilites were found in the Kössig quarry.

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View of the Rotfelden Valley – St. George's Church, Rotfelden loop from Rotfelden

2.97km

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AugenBlick Rotfelden Viewpoint – St. George's Church, Rotfelden loop from Ebhausen

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St. George's Church, Rotfelden – Schwarzenbach Stream loop from Effringen

16.0km

04:21

240m

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

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Elevation 550 m

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Location: Ebhausen, Calw, Karlsruhe District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Rotfelden Dinosaur Site

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View of the Rotfelden Valley – St. George's Church, Rotfelden loop from Rotfelden

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AugenBlick Rotfelden Viewpoint – St. George's Church, Rotfelden loop from Ebhausen

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St. George's Church, Rotfelden – Schwarzenbach Stream loop from Effringen

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