Meerfelder

Meerfelder is a demonym used for residents of Meerfeld, a small municipality in the Vulkaneifel district, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. The term appears in local records, genealogical references, and administrative documents to denote origin from Meerfeld or connections to the community.

Geographically, Meerfeld lies in the Eifel region, an area known for its volcanic history and crater lakes. The municipality is situated in a landscape shaped by volcanic activity, with the surrounding environment attracting visitors interested in nature, hiking, and geology. Meerfeld is part of the Verbandsgemeinde Daun within the Vulkaneifel district.

A prominent nearby feature is the Meerfelder Maar, a volcanic crater lake formed in the late Pleistocene. This lake and its surrounding terrain are notable for research and tourism, illustrating the volcanic heritage of the region. The maar and its environs contribute to the local identity and are frequently referenced in regional guides and nature itineraries.

In scientific contexts, the term Meerfelder often appears in relation to the Meerfelder Maar sediments. These deposits have yielded pollen records and other proxies used to reconstruct Holocene climate, making the site relevant to paleoclimatology and environmental history.

See also: Meerfeld, Meerfelder Maar, Vulkaneifel.