Vulkan Kalem

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Vulkan Kalem Nature Reserve in Vulkaneifel protects a rare ancient Pleistocene stratovolcano. Discover its semi-circular basalt ring, 40-meter lava flow, and impressive lava/basalt outcrops, offering a glimpse into Earth's volcanic past.

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Vulkan Kalem Nature Reserve, nestled near Birresborn in Germany's Vulkaneifel, spans approximately 40 hectares. This captivating area protects a remarkable ancient Pleistocene stratovolcano, showcasing a distinctive semi-circular basalt ring. Visitors can marvel at a powerful 40-meter thick lava flow and impressive lava and basalt outcrops, revealing the region's dynamic geological history. The reserve is part of a landscape rich in natural beauty, with the Schlimmbach and Kyll rivers flowing nearby, and adjacent to other significant protected areas like Im Felst bei Birresborn and Hundsbachtal. It serves as a vital natural monument preserving unique volcanic formations and their associated ecosystems.