The Fichtelgebirge is not only one of the most attractive holiday regions in Germany, but it also offers a remarkable variety of geological features within a relatively small area, unlike almost anywhere else in Europe. Here, geology can be experienced up close, as this region in northern Bavaria is rich in stones in both senses: the soils, which are mostly not very fertile and full of stones, provide a wealth of mineral resources that have captivated scholars and naturalists like Alexander von Humboldt and Carl Wilhelm von Gümbel for centuries. In addition to gold and rock crystal, copper, tin, ore, iron, and granite have been mined here. Embark on an exciting geological journey through the Fichtelgebirge and discover not only the geological wonders but also a unique flora and fauna that find new niches in the old tunnels and spoil heaps.