Geopark Ries

The UNESCO Global Geopark Ries is a unique natural phenomenon. Explore the impressive Ries crater landscape, which was formed 15 million years ago by a meteorite impact. The nature and hiking trails in the Geopark offer unforgettable insights into the history of the Earth. The Ries crater covers a large area, but many geopoints and hiking trails begin just about 5 to 10 kilometres from Oettingen. Distance: 5-10km