Ries UNESCO Global Geopark

UNESCO Global Geopark, inscribed 2022, in Germany. Visit the Ries meteorite crater, a rare geological feature with characteristics also found in impact craters on Mars. Take the 7-Hills Way, a circular hiking route linking geological, archaeological, and cultural history sites, with panoramic views and interpretive panels. Explore medieval towns in Bavaria built using meteorite impact rocks, with architecture shaped by the region’s unique geological heritage.