The pits Katharina I and Katharina II are among the oldest copper mines in the Imsbacher district. Although the beginning of copper ore mining in Imsbach has not yet been …

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Scout Jens

May 26, 2024

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The current image of the mines dates back to around 1900, when the ore was mined in open-cast mines. Some of the older tunnels can still be seen in the impressive open-cast mine walls.

The minerals known from there were found in the open-cast mines. However, here too, some of the valuable sites were completely mined by collectors a long time ago. The dumps no longer exist; they fell victim to the leaching process and the construction of the military airfield in Sembach.

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Yvonne

August 31, 2021

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Man has left real wounds in nature here. Still, it fascinates me. The abandoned pits are likely to be a habitat for some wild animals and insects. It was just rustling from lizards. Unfortunately, none made it in the photo. Too fast or me too impatient? Who knows!

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

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