Juraschiergebied
Juraschiergebied refers to a specific geological region within the Jura Mountains. This area is characterized by its distinctive limestone formations, a hallmark of the Jura geological system. The term "Juraschiergebied" is often used in geological and geographical contexts to delineate a section of the Jura characterized by a particular suite of rock types and geological structures, most notably its extensive karst topography. This karst landscape features numerous sinkholes, underground rivers, and caves, sculpted over millennia by the dissolution of soluble bedrock.
The Jura Mountains themselves are a mountain range in Switzerland, France, and Germany, known for their folded