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Lignite deposit, Bourbach-le-Bas, Thann, Thur Valley (Thann Valley), Haut-Rhin, Alsace, France

(Gisement de lignite, Bourbach-le-Bas, Thann, Vallée de la Thur (Vallée de Thann), Haut-Rhin, Alsace, France)

Small lignite deposit, known since the 18th century. In 1897, efforts to mine the deposit were undertaken, but soon abandoned, because no quantities of economic significance could be produced.

Ref.:
- J.-L. Hohl: "Minéraux et Mines du Massif Vosgien", Editions du Rhin (Mulhouse), 1994





Mineral List:
'Coal
var: Lignite'



1 entry listed.

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