Basaltpark Bad Marienberg
The Basalt Park Bad Marienberg is an open-air museum offering insights into the region's volcanic activity from about 25 million years ago and the history of basalt mining, which was economically important for the area.

📜 Open-air museum showcasing volcanic activity and basalt mining history.
🌋 Explore geological processes and ancient mining methods in a unique setting.

Why Go

🚶️ Walk a circular path with information boards, accessible all year round.
💰 Enjoy free entry to the park.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly with an exciting rally for children around the basalt lake.
⛏️ Learn about basalt mining and volcanic activity from 25 million years ago.

Tips

🗓️ Check the event calendar for current opening dates of the info building.

Cost

🆓 Entry to the Basaltpark is free. Guided tours for groups available upon request.

Hours

🕒 Circular path around the recultivated quarry is accessible year-round. Info building open on two specific dates during the season.

Getting There

📍 Located in Bad Marienberg, Germany.
➡️ Reach the park via Bismarckstraße towards Zinhain. Southern entrance about 500m from Bahnhofsstraße/Bismarckstraße corner.