geology-nerd: Hoher Dachstein is a strongly karstic Austrian mountain, and the second highest mounta
geology-nerd:Hoher Dachstein is a strongly karstic Austrian mountain, and the second highest mountain in the Northern Limestone Alps. The geology of the Dachstein massif is dominated by the so-called Dachstein-Kalk (“Dachstein limestone”), dating from Triassic times. In common with other karstic areas, the Dachstein is permeated by a rich cave system, including some of the largest caves in Austria, such as the Mammuthhöhle and the Hirlatzhöhle.Up on nearly 3000 meters you feel very small looking down, even though it’s far from the highest mountain in Austria. An amazing place to visit! More photos from our trip here is to come -- source link
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