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Bad Schönborn

Posidonia Shale Wall, Bad Schönborn

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Bad Schönborn

Posidonia Shale Wall, Bad Schönborn

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Posidonia Shale Wall, Bad Schönborn

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    Location: Bad Schönborn, Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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    October 24, 2025

    The only surface slate deposit in the Upper Rhine Plain was formerly mined for cement production. This resulted in this striking, multifaceted slate wall. Today, it is surrounded by a well-kept small park, inviting for a short pause.
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    August 18, 2019

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    It is finally freely accessible again! The Posidonia slate pit was closed for a long time because of the risk of collapse and only the park-like facility could be entered. Now you can get close again.
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    April 22, 2022

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    A unique natural monument with opportunities for a break.

    The former slate mine was created by the extraction of oil-bearing slate for cement production. After mining ceased in 1902, the …
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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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

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