Cycling is only allowed on public roads.
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Summary
The Birkenfelder Tongrube is a nature reserve near Birkenfeld. This former clay pit has evolved into a diverse landscape, preserving unique habitats and supporting various species as a testament to natural reclamation.
Description
The Birkenfelder Tongrube nature reserve, located on the western edge of Birkenfeld, preserves a unique landscape. This area, once an active clay pit, has undergone significant natural succession since its designation in 1989. It now provides a vital sanctuary for a variety of species and habitats that have adapted to and flourished in this distinctive environment. The reserve's primary purpose is to safeguard these valuable ecosystems, including the geological features remnants of the former industrial use. It serves as an important example of how disturbed land can naturally regenerate into a rich and diverse natural habitat, contributing to regional biodiversity.
General information
| Location | Germany - Rheinland-Pfalz - Birkenfeld |
| Website | https://berichte.naturschutz.rlp.de/oneo/nsg/NSG-7100-114 |
| Area | 31.68ha |
| Year of foundation | 1988 |
| IUCN Category | IV |
| DtP ID | 9b79a97a-faba-4b09-a007-5be92509f1c2 |
Responsible organizations
| Name and division |
Stiftung Natur und Umwelt Rheinland-Pfalz
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| Website | https://snu.rlp.de/ |
| Address |
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Diether-von-Isenburg-Straße 7
55116 Mainz Germany |
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Rules
Cycling activities
Horse riding activities
Horse riding is forbidden.
Motorized activities
Motor vehicles are only allowed on public roads.
Stay activities
Camping is forbidden.
Camping and bivouacking is forbidden.
Camping with vehicles and trailers is forbidden.
Air activities
Drones and model aircraft are forbidden.
General behavior
Disposing of waste is forbidden.
Fire is forbidden.
Collecting plants is forbidden.
Fishing is forbidden from 1 April to 15 July.
Swimming is forbidden.
Photography and filming is forbidden at designated locations.
Applies to buildings or nesting areas of reptiles, mammals, and birds.
Noise (tape recorders, players) is forbidden.