Mineralien, Stein & Sand - geologische Entdeckungsreise durch die Rheinschlucht
Overview
Intro
From the source of the rock to the fine sand: the excursion through the Rhine Gorge shows how water, time and minerals shape the Alps.
How does a solid rock become fine sand?
What role do minerals, water and time play?
And what does a single grain of sand tell us about the history of the Alps?
On our exciting excursion through the impressive Rhine Gorge - also known as the "Swiss Grand Canyon" - we set off on the trail of minerals and rocks. Between steep rock faces, the wild Rhine and light-colored sand deposits, we experience at first hand how natural forces shape landscapes.
Together we will investigate:
* what minerals the rocks of the Rhine Gorge are made of,
* how weathering and water turn rocks into sand,
* why sand is not just sand,
* and what journey a grain of sand makes from the mountain to the river.
With magnifying glasses, small experiments and exciting observations on site, we discover the hidden world of minerals and get to know the Rhine Gorge from a completely new perspective.
The excursion combines nature experience, geology and adventure and is particularly suitable for curious explorers who not only want to see landscapes, but also understand them.
Highlights
* Fascinating insights into the formation of sand
* Examine minerals and rocks directly on site
* Experience exciting natural phenomena in the Rhine Gorge
* Learn with all your senses - outdoors in nature
A journey from solid stone to fine sand - through one of the most spectacular landscapes in Switzerland.
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| Contact address |
Nadja Hartl
Wanderleiterin & GeoGuide Sardona 7250 Klosters 078 735 9963 nadja.hartl@googlemail.com |
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| Location |
Bahnhof Valendas-Sagogn Station 220 7122 Valendas Switzerland |
| Event Homepage | https://www.wanderbarewunderwelt.ch/ |
| Price |
CHF 45,-/ person, supporting members of the UNESCO World Heritage Tectonic Arena Sardona Association pay CHF 25,-/ person
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Event dates
- 01 September 2026