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STEINBRUCH

🦕 Fossilien entdecken im Steinbruch – In einer der berühmtesten Fossilien Fundstellen der Welt selbst auf Schatzsuche gehen.

🎓 Mit Prof. Ichthyo auf Zeitreise – Spielerischer Parcours rund um Fossilien & Paläontologie.

🎨 Kreativbereich für Kinder – Basteln und Malen für kleine Forscher*innen.

🧃 Gut versorgt & bequem – Schattenplätze, Toiletten, Snacks & Getränke vor Ort.

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.

  • Opening Hours

    • Thursday to Sunday: 09 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Public and bank holidays: 09 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • For group and school inquiries, we are open for you on the day of your choice by prior arrangement.
    • We are closed in January and February.
  • How to get there

    • Only 45 minutes from Stuttgart and 2 hours from Munich.
    • By car: Via the A8, Aichelberg exit
    • By public transport: You can reach us with the S-Bahn S1 from Stuttgart HBF to Kirchheim/Teck. From Kirchheim train station, take the bus to the Seestraße Holzmaden stop
    • Free parking spaces available, including for buses
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Familie erlebt ein aufregendes Abenteuer im Urweltsteinbruch Holzmaden und entdeckt faszinierende Fossilien und Mineralien. Steinbruch. Wo findet man Fossilien? Im Urweltsteinbruch Holzmaden.

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.

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 .

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 !

PARTNER

  • Logo des Naturkundemuseums Stuttgart, Partner des Urweltsteinbruchs | Fossilien & Mineralien | Steinbruch, Museum & Shop

    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.
  • Logo der Gemeinde Holzmaden, Partner des Urweltsteinbruchs Holzmaden | Fossilien & Mineralien | Steinbruch, Museum & Shop

    Prehistoric community of Holzmaden

    Dive into one
    fascinating world of prehistoric treasures. Together we are committed to preserving and promoting our region.
  • Logo der AlbCard, Partner des Urweltsteinbruchs Holzmaden | Fossilien & Mineralien | Steinbruch, Museum & Shop

    AlbCard card member

    The Swabian Alb guest card offers access to around 160 attractions, including the Urweltsteinbruch in Holzmaden.
  • State Family Pass Esslingen

    With the State Family Pass, families receive reduced or free admission to numerous excursion destinations throughout Baden-Württemberg.
  • 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