Search for amber at night: Excursions with UV light in Ostholstein

Search for amber at night: Excursions with UV light in Ostholstein

The fascination for amber captivates many people. The possibility of finding one of the coveted stones is given on September 13th and 14th, 2024 in Ostholstein. In the picturesque coastal places Scharbeutz and Boltenhagen, experts offer specially guided excursions that explain the art of seam search and offer extraordinary insights into the world of luminescent.

amber, a fossil resin that was created around 35 to 50 million years ago, has great attraction not only because of its rarity. Already in the Bronze Age, the Baltic amber was a valuable commodity that was exported to the Mediterranean. The search for amber has a long tradition, and today's methods, especially the search with UV lamps, make the experience particularly exciting.

unique search with UV light

The excursions on Friday, September 13th in Scharbeutz, as well as on Saturday, September 14th in Boltenhagen, start at 8:00 p.m. The participants not only receive valuable tips from experienced experts, but also get the necessary equipment to make the night a day. UV lamps are provided for the search, which shines the artwork found in a radiant yellow. This simplified the distinction between amber and flint, since the latter does not shine under the same light.

These techniques enable the participants to enter the footsteps of previous amber seekers. Searching on the beach at night becomes a fascinating adventure in which every find of amber increases joy and expectation among the participants. It is a magical experience that not only increases the knowledge of the geology of the region, but also promises an unforgettable evening.

The event is organized by the Geopark Nordic Steinreich, which not only registers the excursions, but also provides concentrated knowledge of the region. Interested parties should register in good time at the Tickets.Geopark-nordisches-steinreich.de website to obtain the exact meeting point and further information.

The long history and attraction of the amber, coupled with the modern technology of the UV search, ensures that this event is equally appealing. Whether as a family outing, romantic date or as an exciting adventure with friends-the nights on the Baltic Sea beach promise an experience full of discoveries and history. The possibility of actively participating in the amber search is an opportunity that nobody should miss.