Talking Stones – The Devon Sea in Koblenz: Fossils and Ancient Sea at the Rhine Museum

Talking Stones – The Devon Sea: A Journey Through Time in Koblenz

At the Rhine Museum Koblenz, the special exhibition Talking Stones – The Devon Sea opens a window into a world that existed about 400 million years ago. Fossils, photographs, and evidence of an ancient sea that continues to shape the region can be seen. The exhibition takes place at the museum in Ehrenbreitstein and is aimed at everyone who wants to experience natural history, paleontology, and a vibrant museum atmosphere. ([koblenz.de](https://www.koblenz.de/externe-datenquellen/deskline-veranstaltungen/ac6b078f-48f3-43fc-8e91-a715840df8f5%3A39/sprechende-steine-das-devon-meer/?utm_source=openai))

Fossils, Images, and Geological Traces

The exhibition focuses on new and partly unique fossil finds complemented by photographs from Klaus Hammerl. The thematic arc spans from the Devon Sea to the traces left by fossilized life in the Rhineland Slate Mountains. This makes the tour an informative exhibition experience with significant educational value. ([koblenz.de](https://www.koblenz.de/externe-datenquellen/deskline-veranstaltungen/ac6b078f-48f3-43fc-8e91-a715840df8f5%3A39/sprechende-steine-das-devon-meer/?utm_source=openai))

A Museum with Rhine History

The Rhine Museum Koblenz is one of the oldest museums in Rhineland-Palatinate and showcases the cultural and natural history of the Rhine over approximately 1,600 square meters. Visitors encounter large objects, ship models, Rhine romanticism, and other departments that make the museum visit rewarding even outside the special exhibition. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/?utm_source=openai))

Visit, Admission, and Conditions

The exhibition can be seen at the Rhine Museum Koblenz located at Charlottenstraße 53a in 56077 Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein. The museum charges adults 7.00 Euros for admission; students, pupil, and persons with disabilities pay 3.00 Euros, families 15.00 Euros, and children under five years have free admission. The facility is largely accessible by elevator, a barrier-free toilet is available upon request, and there is a visitor parking lot behind the museum. Currently, only cash payment is possible. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/besucher-infos?utm_source=openai))

Strong Location at the Foot of the Fortress

The location in Ehrenbreitstein provides a special ambiance with cultural flair and a good connection to the museum landscape of Koblenz. The proximity to the Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein train station and the fortress makes the visit organizationally uncomplicated. ([rhein-museum.de](https://www.rhein-museum.de/besucher-infos?utm_source=openai))

For those who want to experience nature, science, and regional history in a compact exhibition format, this offers an exciting event experience with depth. A visit is worthwhile for families, school classes, and anyone interested in fossils and the primeval sea of the Devon. ([koblenz.de](https://www.koblenz.de/externe-datenquellen/deskline-veranstaltungen/ac6b078f-48f3-43fc-8e91-a715840df8f5%3A39/sprechende-steine-das-devon-meer/?utm_source=openai))

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Sources:

• Rhine Museum Koblenz - Official Website
• Rhine Museum Koblenz - Visitor Information
• City of Koblenz - Event Entry Talking Stones
• Rhein-Zeitung - Report on the Exhibition