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North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Rhein-Erft-Kreis

Frechen

View of Quarzwerke Frechen

North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Rhein-Erft-Kreis

Frechen

View of Quarzwerke Frechen

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View of Quarzwerke Frechen

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Location: Frechen, Rhein-Erft-Kreis, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Marius

March 13, 2026

Welcome to the moon! The quartz works in Frechen are closely linked to the city's history. Since 1884, exceptionally pure quartz sand has been mined here for various uses, including glass production. The rugged terrain has its own unique charm and is somewhat reminiscent of the lunar landscape.

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Dirk

May 25, 2020

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Interesting view and with a clear view you can see as far as Cologne.

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Dirk

November 23, 2025

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A view inside the quartz factory

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