Searching for traces in the Ries: Discover meteorites on auto excursion!

Searching for traces in the Ries: Discover meteorites on auto excursion!

Parkplatz am Schießwasen, 86732 Oettingen, Deutschland - On July 6, 2025, geopark guide Andreas Seel invites you to an exciting geological auto excursion through the impressive nature of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Ries. At this two -hour event, participants of all ages are very welcome, because the explanations are clearly and understandably designed, so that beginners also get their money's worth.

The excursion starts at 10 a.m., at the parking lot at the shooting ground (Oettinger Festplatz) in Oettingen. Festival footwear is recommended for participation, and the fee is 6 euros, while pupils and students can be there for only 3 euros. Registration is required and can be made by phone at 0151 20 296 188 or by email to soul.andreas@gmx.de href = "https://www.donau-ries-aktuell.de/eventkalende/dem-meteorite-auer-pur-geological-auto excursion-fuersmann-93780"> Donau-ries-aktuell.de reported.

A look at the earth's history

Why this geopark? The UNESCO area in the Ries is famous for the traces that an asteroid taken 15 million years ago left. The crater, which was created at the time, still shows impressively today how the earth was shaped by cosmic events. The region offers a unique window in the history of the earth with a variety of geotopes, such as the quarry Aumühle, where a variety of rocks can be loosened up, and the Geotop Burschel in Hainsfarth, known for its well -preserved reefs from Lake Ries

As part of the geopark, not only these explorations are on the program, but the region also offers wonderful viewpoints and cultural sights that invite you to an excursion. In addition, the Geopark has developed special offers for schools to present the geological treasures to present them pedagogically, as can be experienced on geopark-ries.de

an unforgettable experience

The auto excursion on July 6th is a unique opportunity to learn more about the fascinating geology of the area and at the same time enjoy the beauty of nature. So what do you wait? Grab your firm shoes and be there when it says: "On the trail of the meteorite"! Take a look at these extraordinary geological formations and experience how the earth tells an impressive story even in such dramatic moments. Also visit the page of unesco.de to learn more about the Ries UNESCO site and find out more about other exciting offers.