The Surface Karst of the Western Mecsek

Abstract

n this study, the surface karst of the Western Mecsek is overviewed based on literary data. Non-karstic features (abrasion platforms, epigenetic valleys) and karstic features are also taken into consideration. Its karst features are solution dolines, subsidence dolines, point recharge dolines and concretions. The specific characteristics of the dolines of the karst are their large density, the arrangement of solution dolines into rows, and the fact that solution dolines are not situated on valley floors. The occurrence of subsidence dolines can largely be related to solution dolines. The morphometry of dolines shows differences from the morphometry of the dolines of the karst of the Aggtelek Mountains and of the karst of the Bükk Mountains.