🦖 Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of crystals, fossils and minerals !🌟 The quarry, store and gallery are open during normal opening hours.
During the Easter holidays, from April 10th to April 27th, we're open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. —perfect for an exciting outing with the whole family! 🦖🌿We're also there for you outside of the holidays: Thursday to Sunday, also from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Come by and discover millions of years old fossils together! 🔍✨
Showcase of the most beautiful amethyst druse in the world, the Flower of Uruguay. Every Saturday and Sunday at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm. We look forward to seeing you!
Entry Tickets
🎟️ Day tickets for the course and quarry are available at the entrance and online
- Child (between 4 and 16 years): € 6.00
- Adult (from +16 years): € 9,00
- Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children): € 28.00
- Child group rate (from 10 people): € 5,50
- Adult group rate (10 people or more): € 8.50
⚒️ Hammers and chisels are available for rental on site.
🏆 All fossils found are included in the price.
☀️ Tables, benches and parasols available for warm summer days.
🧃 Refreshments and snacks available.
The museum exhibition: masterpieces from the collection
💎 Fascinating sensations from around the world like you've never seen before.
🕵🏼 Unique experience through interactive demonstrations and a variety of unique activities.
The Gallery of Natural Beauties
💸 Free admission to the gallery.
🎨 Fascinating works of art and design objects created by nature
🕰️ Fossils, minerals, meteorites and fossils from all over the world that are up to 250 million years old.
🤩Pure enthusiasm for art lovers and those interested in science
The museum shop
💰 Free entry to the museum shop.
🌍 Fossils, minerals, meteorites, petrified wood and treasures from all over the world.
🛍️ Collectibles, gift ideas, games and decorative objects.
👀 Relaxation area with a view of the quarry.
Give the gift of an adventure full of natural history!
With our gift vouchers you can purchase admission tickets to the quarry (and soon the exhibition) or buy minerals , fossils and much more in our museum shop - also possible online.
A gift for all ages to share the fascination .
The online shop: Discover our treasure chamber
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Stoned wood
Formed when organic wood material is replaced by minerals while retaining its...
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Meteorites
Meteorites are extraterrestrial rocks that have fallen to Earth from space. They...
Purchase authentic fossils, meteorites, and minerals of the highest quality that are millions of years old!
Enrich your collection with extraordinary finds, such as a meteorite from space, a fossil millions of years old, or a mineral from the depths of our planet. Explore the beauty and mystery of natural history !
Our partners
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State Museum of Natural History Stuttgart
We have entered into a partnership with the State Museum of Natural History Stuttgart to jointly advance scientific research.
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Prehistoric community of Holzmaden
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fascinating world of prehistoric treasures. Together we are committed to preserving and promoting our region. -
AlbCard card member
The Swabian Alb guest card offers access to around 160 attractions, including the Urweltsteinbruch in Holzmaden.
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State Family Pass Esslingen
With the State Family Pass, families receive reduced or free admission to numerous excursion destinations throughout Baden-Württemberg.
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Stuttgart AdventureCard
With over 70 service partners, the ErlebnisCard offers a wide range of services. The Holzmaden primeval quarry has also been included since 2024!
Contact
Urweltsteinbruch, Aichelberger Str. 75
73271 Holzmaden, Germany
Tel: +49 (0)70 23 29 91
Email: info@urweltsteinbruch.de