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The Stöffel – a colossal quarry where basalt was extracted for over 100 years – now presents itself as a 140-hectare cultural and landscape park that offers a variety of (large) events – from planting days to a truck event featuring 300 modern trucks.
The Stöffel Park not only houses a unique ensemble of historical buildings from the basalt processing industry but also a world-renowned fossil site. Here, 25 million years of Earth's history come to life, preserved in the deposits of a maar lake. Experience spaces provide insights into industrial history, engaging all the senses and making a strong visual and auditory impression.
Art in Stöffel
In the open-air area, visitors will find a variety of art objects that were mostly created during a sculpture symposium. In 2020, these works will be reviewed again by the artists. They are eye-catching even for those who typically do not have an appreciation for art objects. The sheer size of some works is impressive. And children are inspired to think about these objects.
Regularly, changing exhibitions are displayed in the Café Kohleschuppen. For current information, see: stoeffelpark.de
Even in the TERTIÄRUM, the new museum building dedicated to fossil finds, exhibitions often take place - large photo exhibitions by the Westewälder Photo Friends association. They even hosted the South German Photography Championship here.
Additionally, the Creative Welding workshop has been offered multiple times a year.
Moreover, numerous photographers and painters visit to find their motifs in the Stöffel Park and subsequently promote them through social networks.
Experience Space Historical Workshop The Old Forge is a very special building. It was the centerpiece of the operation in the 20th century and is now, after a sensitive, historically accurate renovation, a gem with an experiential character once again. On an exhibition space of around 325 square meters, industrial history comes alive and is tangible at many different stations. Doors and cupboards invite to be opened, and the talking trash can shares many episodes. And here, people enjoy celebrating (partially privately) or listening to a concert on Saturdays.
Experience Space Switch House and Café KohleschuppenWhere once a massive steam engine provided energy for the entire plant, today, information on the subject of energy illuminates the former boiler house. Behind the green facade, you will find restrooms. However, the typical sound of the old, gigantic machine can still be heard today.
And right outside the door, directly on the terrace of the Café Kohleschuppen, which opens on Sundays and holidays from 1 PM, there is a steam engine once again since the end of 2018! Its name is Romeo, and it is to be awakened from its deep slumber (i.e., brought back to life). Occasionally, Julia stops by to check on him... but that is another story that always comes into play at the Stöffel Festival, which takes place in even-numbered years: 2020, 2022, etc.
In the switch house, the transformer station invites visitors to try their hand at something.
Explore the Grounds and Its Themes – Independently or with a GuideFollowing the traces of basalt or fossils, visitors can explore Stöffel Park. Those who want a guided tour can join a mini trip on Sundays and holidays that leads through the crusher, which cannot be explored independently.
This is a lovely little excursion with a conveyor belt ascent. Not dangerous, but exciting! Fun for the whole family!
Detailed 90-minute themed tours for groups must be booked in advance.
Something for Everyone...Alongside the permanent facilities of Stöffel Park, the regular art exhibitions and tours, cultural events and actions, creative welding workshops, children's birthdays, gourmet evenings, and much more take place.
Westerwaldsteig hikers, take note: Here, stamp No. 10 of the Westerwaldsteig is available.
Detailed information, many pictures, and the entire event calendar can be found on the homepage: www.stoeffelpark.deContact and AddressStöffel-Park, Stöffelstraße, 57647 Enspel, Tel. (0049) 2661 980 980 0, Email info@stoeffelpark.de
A Stöffel Park can impress everyone. All age groups, even dogs feel comfortable here. After all, it is a venue for large events and small concerts with a unique backdrop that breathes history.
The Stöffel-Park is part of the Geopark Westerwald-Lahn-Taunus. It is located on the Westerwaldsteig. Cyclists also find beautiful paths here.
Learn more about basalt mining on 140 hectares in the 20th century and about fossils that document life 25 million years ago.
Contact and addressStöffel-Park, Stöffelstraße, 57647 Enspel, Tel. (0049) 2661 980 980 0, E-Mail info@stoeffelpark.de
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Contact and directions
Stöffelstraße57647 Enspel
Contact
(0049) 2661 9809800
info@stoeffelpark.de
Related links
http://www.stoeffelpark.de
