Boissower See und Südteil des Neuenkirchener Sees

Summary

This nature reserve protects the Boissower See and southern Neuenkirchener See, connected by a stream within a marshy erosion valley. Essential for birds, it features reed belts, slope, and swamp forests in the Schaalsee Biosphere Reserve.

Description

The Boissower See and southern Neuenkirchener See nature reserve lies within the Schaalsee Biosphere Reserve, an important European Bird Sanctuary. This area protects a unique, narrow, partly marshy erosion valley connecting Boissower See and Neuenkirchener See via a stream. Its diverse habitats include extensive reed belts, vital slope forests, and spring-fed swamp forests. Additionally, protected marsh and mineral soil areas contribute to the varied landscape. The reserve provides a crucial habitat for numerous bird species and offers valuable insights into natural ecological processes. A hiking trail along the east bank and an observation tower allow for quiet appreciation of this protected environment.