Eiszeitliches Lößprofil

This nature reserve protects a rare Ice Age loess profile on a Mosel slope, a significant geological-prehistoric testimony important for science and regional history.

The 'Ice Age Loess Profile' nature reserve in Koblenz-Metternich is a unique natural monument situated on a Mosel slope. It safeguards an outstanding Ice Age loess profile, a geological formation of supra-regional significance. The primary purpose of protection for this profile is its scientific and regional-historical value, offering invaluable insights into the climatic and landscape history of the Ice Age and prehistoric eras. The profile wall is nestled within a landscape framed by vineyards and settlement areas, predominantly covered by trees and bushes. This site serves as a crucial natural archive for geologists and historians alike.