the natural stone from Lake Constance

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It is known throughout the country. Bärlocher has been quarrying Rorschach sandstone for over 133 years and uses the large sandstone deposit above Lake Constance to manufacture local natural stone products that are valued and in demand in horticulture, architecture and interior design.

POPULAR NATURAL STONE

Rorschach sandstone is known throughout the Lake Constance region for its history and qualities. Thanks to its subtle aesthetics, it is one of the most popular sandstones in Switzerland. In horticulture, it blends harmoniously with greenery. Sandstone is omnipresent in architecture. In interior design, it sets subtle accents. Stonemasons and stone sculptors value its properties.

ELEMENTARY BUILDING BLOCK

Rorschach sandstone is popular due to its homogeneous structure and shimmering gray. It comes into its own as a natural stone in gardening and landscaping. It has been used in architecture since the 13th century and is therefore also important for the preservation of historical monuments. As a natural stone with character, it takes on every function that architects assign to it as a building block.

SUSTAINABLE MATERIAL

Rorschach sandstone is pure nature, a durable and sustainable building material. The positive ecological balance of Rorschach natural stone is further improved by its regional use. This is why Rorschach sandstone is most commonly found in the Lake Constance region (eastern Switzerland, southern Germany, Vorarlberg). However, it is also popular nationwide.