Geowerkstatt (2,5H)
The geology workshop is a joint event organized by the Bergstraße-Odenwald Geo-Nature Park (UNESCO Global Geopark) and the Messel Pit World Heritage Site. It offers young people interested in the history of the Earth the opportunity to combine learning with fun. Together with the Geopark rangers, the explorers embark on exciting journeys. Each geoworkshop provides playful insights into a different special topic related to the Messel Pit.
This two-and-a-half-hour program, consisting of a guided tour and hands-on activities, is aimed at children/young people aged 7–12. Participation by parents or accompanying adults is not intended.
Topics
May 23, 2026 – TOPIC: “FOREST” FOR BIODIVERSITY DAY
What did the forest look like 47 million years ago – and what does it look like today? How long have deciduous trees been around? Are deciduous trees or conifers older? Together, we will take a look at the past and compare it with the present.
Hands-on activity: Build a mini forest model in a shoebox and create a primeval forest landscape from the Messel period.
October 10, 2026 – THEME: “MESSEL FOSSILS” FOR GEODIVERSITY DAY
How is a fossil formed? After looking at the originals from the Messel Pit, we will make our own replicas.
Hands-on activity: Cast your own fossil as a souvenir.
December 5, 2026 – “PAINTING LIKE IN THE STONE AGE” FOR SOIL DAY THEME
Did you know that you can paint with soil? Depending on its origin, very different shades of color can be created. Even people in the Stone Age used it to decorate their caves.
Hands-on activity: Paint a wooden blank of a Messel animal of your choice with earth colors you have made yourself.
Route
Part of the tour takes place in front of the museum and also includes a walk into the pit. Approx. 1 km, 30 meters elevation gain, up to 8% incline.
Prices
€9 per child
Tickets & inquiries
Advance registration required by phone at +49 (0) 6159 71759-0 or online.
Sa 23.05.
14:00 - 16:30h
Sa 10.10.
14:00 - 16:30h
Welterbe Grube Messel GGmbH
Rossdörfer Str. 108
64409 Messel
Mail: service@welterbe-grube-messel.de
Phone: +49 (0) 6159 71759 – 0