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The Externsteine is a distinctive sandstone rock formation located in the Teutoburg Forest, near the town of Horn-Bad Meinberg in the Lippe district of the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The formation is a tor consisting of several tall, narrow columns of rock which rise abruptly from the surrounding wooded hills.
In a popular tradition going back to an idea proposed to Hermann Hamelmann in 1564, the Externsteine are identified as a sacred site of the pagan Saxons, and the location of the Irminsul idol reportedly destroyed by Charlemagne; there is however no archaeological evidence that would confirm the site's use during the relevant period.
The stones were used as the site of a hermitage in the Middle Ages, and by at least the high medieval period were the site of a Christian chapel. The Externsteine relief is a medieval depiction of the Descent from the Cross. It remains controversial whether the site was already used for Christian worship in the 8th to early 10th centuries [Wikipedia]
Die Externsteine sind eine markante Sandstein-Felsformation im Teutoburger Wald und als solche eine herausragende Natursehenswürdigkeit Deutschlands, die unter Natur- und Kulturdenkmalschutz steht. Die Felsen sind vom Wiembecketeich und einer parkartigen Anlage umgeben. Die Externsteine liegen im Gebiet der Stadt Horn-Bad Meinberg im Kreis Lippe in Nordrhein-Westfalen. Den Externsteinen werden besondere kulturgeschichtliche Bedeutungen zugeschrieben. [Wikipedia]
The Externsteine is an evocative part of the Teutoburger Wald forest located 6km south of Detmold. The sandstone rock formations here are surrounded by an artificial lake, and have long baffled scientists over their history, being both natural and man-made. It is believed the site was used as a place of worship prior to the arrival of Christianity. However, one attraction here is a large relief entitled The Descent from the Cross, carved in-situ in the 12th century, and a carving of Adam and Eve. Stairways lead up to viewing platforms on the rock formations, although parts are closed off due to imminent collapse. This is a fascinating place to visit.
View from the top of the Externsteine platform
Clouds reflected in a puddle of water
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After 24 years again a visit at the Externsteine, Holzhausen, Germany with my family during my holidays in Bielefeld.
The Externsteine are a distinctive rock formation located in Ostwestfalen-Lippe of northwestern Germany, not far from the city of Detmold at Horn-Bad Meinberg. The formation is a tor consisting of several tall, narrow columns of rock which rise abruptly from the surrounding wooded hills. The name probably means "stones of the Egge", Egge meaning ridge.
The Externsteine are a natural outcropping of five sandstone pillars, the tallest of which is 37.5 m (123 ft) high and form a wall of several hundred metres in length, in a region that is otherwise largely devoid of rocks (Wikipedia)
The name "woolsack weathering" is derived from the similarity beetween weathered stones and stacked feed bags or woolsacks.(Information Center Externsteine)
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Nach 24 Jahren war ich während meines Urlaubs in Bielefeld mal wieder bei den Externsteinen.
Die Externsteine sind eine markante Sandstein-Felsformation im Teutoburger Wald und als solche eine herausragende Natursehenswürdigkeit Deutschlands. Innerhalb Nordrhein-Westfalens im Kreis Lippe gelegen gehören sie zu Horn-Bad Meinberg und sind von einer parkartigen Anlage umgeben. (Wikipedia)
Das außergewöhnliche Gefüge der einzelnen Felsen entstand durch eine besondere Art der Verwitterung. Spannungen in der Erdkruste zerklüfteten den Felsen und führten zu Rissbildungen. Eindringende Feuchtigkeit gefror in den Spalten. Der Spaltenfrost sprengte das Gestein, weitere die Risse und rundete die Kanten der Felsblöcke. Regenwaser schwemmte Gesteinspartikel aus. So entstanden die charakteristischen Kissenformen. Die Geologie beschreibt dieses Phänomen als "Wollsack-Verwitterung". (Information Center Externsteine)
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The Externsteine belong to the Teutoburger Wald and are a natural outcropping of five sandstone pillars, the tallest of which is 37 mtr high and form a wall of several hundred metres in length, in a region that is otherwise largely devoid of rocks. The pillars have been modified and decorated by humans over the centuries. The place has been an important location for religion and spiritual activities throughout history. In warm evening light the beauty performs perfectly.
The Externsteine are located in the Teutoburg Forest
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Externsteine is a natural outcropping of five enormous rock pillars in northern Germany, has probably been regarded as sacred since prehistoric times. The tallest limestone pillar is 38m high. The pillars have been modified and decorated by humans over the centuries in a variety of fascinating and mysterious ways: holes were drilled for no apparent reason; stairs lead to dead ends; platforms serve no clear purpose; and a large space faces the midsummer sunrise. The holes may have symbolized entry-points into the earth to release its energies, as at other rock sanctuaries. At the top one of the pillars, accessible by a sturdy metal footbridge, is a roofless chapel with a tiny pillar altar carved out of the rock. Little is known about the early history of Externsteine, and its precise origin and significance has baffled generations of scholars. It is relatively clear, at least, that it was an important shrine for Germanic paganism. One large room is believed to have been used to initiate priests in the cult. Some maintain, however, that the site was used for sacred purposes beginning in the 12th century, and was intended as a re-creation fo the Holy Land inspired by Crusader's tales.
The Externsteine is a distinctive limestone rock formation located in the Teutoburg Forest, near the town of Horn-Bad Meinberg - Germany. The stones are amazing and look very imposing. The climb is very steep but it was well worth it. The surounding lake and forest add up to a nice trip. In the woods surrounding the rocks there are a number of nice walking routes. Good for a nice walk in the forest.
De Externsteine zijn een formatie van zandstenen in het Teutoburgerwoud in Duitsland. De formatie bestaat uit enkele lange stenen, die abrupt uit het heuvelachtige landschap oprijzen. De stenen zijn van zandsteen en zijn ontstaan in het Krijt. De Externsteine gelden als een bezienswaardigheid in Noordrijn-Westfalen en tevens als voedingsbodem voor een raadsel. Dit komt doordat er sporen van menselijk gebruik uit de middeleeuwen, mogelijk uit de prehistorie, op zijn teruggevonden. Een rij van 13 grijze rotsen van 20 tot 38 meter hoogte boven de bergrug uit. Voor geologen betekent deze groep rotsen niets anders dan de rest van een zandsteenlaag, ook osning-zandsteen genoemd, dat ongeveer 120 miljoen jaren geleden door een geweldige uitbarsting verticaal opgeworpen werd. Door het hoge neerslagsniveau en de vries in de rotssplijten verweren de rotsoppervlaktes ook vandaag nog, waardoor de kloven zich in verschillende richtingen ontwikkelen. De rotsformatie is voor een belangrijk deel ook door de mens bewerkt. Bewerkingssporen verraden dat het complex eeuwenlang is gebruikt voor ceremoniële doeleinden. De uitgehakte tempel boven op een van de zuilen is hiervan het beste bewijs. Een ronde opening in de tempelwand zou een rol spelen bij de vroegste zonnestralen bij de zonnewende.
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Die Externsteine sind eine markante Sandstein-Felsformation im Teutoburger Wald und als solche eine herausragende Natursehenswürdigkeit Deutschlands. Innerhalb von Nordrhein-Westfalen im Kreis Lippe gelegen gehören sie zu Horn-Bad Meinberg und sind von einer parkartigen Anlage umgeben.
The Externsteine are a distinctive rock formation located in Ostwestfalen-Lippe of northwestern Germany, not far from the city of Detmold at Horn-Bad Meinberg. The formation is a tor consisting of several tall, narrow columns of rock which rise abruptly from the surrounding wooded hills. The name probably means "stones of the Egge", Egge meaning ridge.
Die Externsteine sind eine markante Sandstein-Felsformation im Teutoburger Wald und als solche eine herausragende Natursehenswürdigkeit Deutschlands. Innerhalb Nordrhein-Westfalens im Kreis Lippe gelegen gehören sie zu Horn-Bad Meinberg und sind von einer parkartigen Anlage umgeben.
The Externsteine are a distinctive rock formation located in Ostwestfalen-Lippe of northwestern Germany, not far from the city of Detmold at Horn-Bad Meinberg. The formation is a tor consisting of several tall, narrow columns of rock which rise abruptly from the surrounding wooded hills.
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