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Großer Stein
Echoes of the Ice Age in the City Forest
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In the heart of Frankfurt (Oder)'s city forest, the impressive Great Stone stands as a testament to the distant past. This glacial erratic, rising 1.7 meters high, silently narrates the tale of ancient ice flows that brought it to this spot. A visit here offers a peaceful blend of nature and geological wonder.
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Did you know?
The Great Stone is a remnant of the last Ice Age.
Quick Facts
- Height
- 1.7 m
Guided Story
Feel the cool breeze on your face? Imagine, this stone has been feeling it for thousands of years. Right in front of you is a witness to the Ice Age, left behind by retreating glaciers. Look at its smooth surface, shaped by time. Behind you, the city forest stretches out, a tranquil companion to this ancient rock. To the east, the Rosengarten Park offers more tales of history and nature. This stone, unmoving and steadfast, watches as time flows around it. Every visit here is like stepping back into the distant past.
