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North Rhine-Westphalia

Detmold District

Kreis Lippe
Horn-Bad Meinberg

Rear view of the Externsteine

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Rear view of the Externsteine

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  • Location: Horn-Bad Meinberg, Kreis Lippe, Detmold District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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    March 16, 2026

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    The Externsteine are a striking sandstone rock formation in the Teutoburg Forest in North Rhine-Westphalia. Reaching heights of up to 40 meters, the rocks rise steeply from the landscape and are among Germany's most famous natural and cultural monuments. Their formation dates back to geological processes around 70 million years ago. Even in pre-Christian times, the Externsteine were likely considered a cult site. During the Middle Ages, staircases, chambers, and reliefs were carved into the rocks, including a famous Deposition from the Cross relief from the 12th century.
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    Location: Horn-Bad Meinberg, Kreis Lippe, Detmold District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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