Löwenstein Formation

Löwenstein Formation
Stratigraphic range: Mid Norian (Alaunian)
TypeGeological formation
Unit ofKeuper
UnderliesTrossingen Formation
OverliesMainhardt Formation
ThicknessAt least 80 m
Lithology
PrimarySandstone
OtherMarl
Location
RegionEurope
CountryGermany, Switzerland
ExtentBavaria, Baden-Württemberg

The Löwenstein Formation (Stubensandstein in Baden-Württemberg, Burgsandstein in Bavaria) is a lithostratigraphic formation of the Keuper in Germany. It is underlain by the Mainhardt Formation and overlain by the Trossingen Formation. It dates back to the middle Norian.

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