When does the Geo and Mining Excursion take place?

The excursion takes place on July 25, 2026, and lasts from 09:30 to 17:00.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is the parking lot of the Limesmuseum in Aalen, St.-Johann-Straße 5, 73430 Aalen.

What is the cost of participation?

Participation is free of charge.

Is prior registration required?

Yes, according to the event page, registration is required.

Who leads the excursion?

The excursion is led by Dr. Hans-Joachim Bayer from Metzingen.

Is the meeting point accessible by public transport?

Yes, the Limesmuseum is accessible by public transport according to the official visit information; there are also parking options at Berliner Platz and at the town hall.

Aalen experiences geology and mining history on a fascinating excursion

Name: Geo and Mining Excursion
Start: 2026-07-25T11:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-25T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Parkplatz Limesmuseum

On the trail in the Aalen area: Geo and Mining Excursion with depth

This free excursion takes place on July 25, 2026, from 09:30 to 17:00, to mining historical sites in the Aalen area and combines nature experience, local history, and geological insights into a special discovery experience.

Between ore, stone, and places of remembrance

At the center is the mining history of a region that has been shaped for centuries by geological layers, raw materials, and human labor. The tour opens the view to historical outcrops, traces of ore extraction, and those places where the development of the Aalen area can be particularly vividly understood.

Expert knowledge that speaks from the region itself

Geologist Group Ostalb e.V. stands for long-standing engagement with fossils, minerals, and scientific questions about the Ostalb. The association was founded in 1961 and reorganized as an e.V. in 1985; it also manages the Urweltmuseum Aalen and has been engaged for decades in lectures, excursions, and geoscientific education. The excursion will be led by Dr. Hans-Joachim Bayer from Metzingen, who is a qualified geologist and connects professional depth with regional context.

Meeting point with good orientation

The meeting point is at the parking lot of the Limesmuseum in Aalen. From there, the excursion starts into the Aalen area, which presents itself as an ideal outdoor classroom with its mining and geology history. The Limesmuseum is located at St.-Johann-Straße 5 in 73430 Aalen; there are parking options at Berliner Platz, across from the museum, and at the signposted parking lots of the town hall. Arriving by public transport is possible, and the museum is accessible.

Why this excursion is worth it

If you love historic landscapes, technical relics, and geological connections, you will experience a guided tour with real added value here. The combination of scientific classification, regional mining heritage, and lively presentation makes the excursion a cultural enrichment for all who want to discover Aalen from a new perspective.

Conclusion: This Geo and Mining Excursion shows the Aalen area from its most exciting side: expertly guided, free of charge, and full of nature and cultural history. Secure your spot in time and discover the region where its history begins in the ground.