Horreninsel

Nature Reserve

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Summary

Horreninsel is a nature reserve in Rheinland-Pfalz, south of Altrip. It preserves a vital riverine habitat along the Rhine, protecting diverse plant and animal species native to this unique ecosystem.

Description

The Horreninsel nature reserve, situated south of Altrip in Rhein-Pfalz-Kreis, is a protected area of significant ecological value. Its primary purpose is to safeguard the distinctive riverine landscape and its associated biodiversity. This includes preserving characteristic plant communities found along the Rhine, as well as providing crucial habitats for various animal species adapted to these dynamic wetland environments. The area contributes to the overall ecological network of the Rhine floodplains, offering a natural sanctuary and maintaining the ecological balance of the region.

General information

Location Germany - Rheinland-Pfalz - Rhein-Pfalz-Kreis
Website https://berichte.naturschutz.rlp.de/oneo/nsg/NSG-7300-020
Area 53.20ha
Year of foundation 1978
IUCN Category IV
DtP ID da417195-42d9-4f9d-a7ba-4ccd248738f0

Responsible organizations

Name and division Stiftung Natur und Umwelt Rheinland-Pfalz
Website https://snu.rlp.de/
Address
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Diether-von-Isenburg-Straße 7
55116 Mainz
Germany

Gallery

Horreninsel Ludwigshafen Süd - Stillwasser, Auenwald – ideal für den Eisvogel

Rules

Entry behavior

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Entering is only allowed on paths and tracks.

Horse riding activities

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Horse riding is forbidden.

Water activities

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Water sport is forbidden.

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Swimming is forbidden.

Stay activities

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Overnight stays are forbidden.

General behavior

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Drones and model aircraft are forbidden.

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Disposing of waste is forbidden.

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Fire is forbidden.

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Dogs must be kept on a leash.

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Cutting or injuring trees is forbidden.

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Collecting plants is forbidden.

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Mushroom collecting is forbidden.

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Fishing is forbidden from 1 February to 31 May.

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Photography and filming is forbidden.

Verboten ist es Tiere an ihren Nist-, Brut-, Wohn- oder Zufluchtsstätten aufzusuchen, zu fotografieren oder zu filmen.

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Noise (tape recorders, players) is forbidden.

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