Ahlhorner Fischteiche

The Ahlhorn fish ponds are a special piece of landscape owned by the Niedersächsische Landesforsten. It contains biotopes of state-wide importance for the protection of species and ecosystems as well as the protection of geological landscapes. The lake landscape also has a special visual appeal for people. The lakes were created artificially around 100 years ago. Most of the lakes and ponds are farmed, as is the surrounding forest. Nonetheless, the state forestry department goes to great lengths to create attractive opportunities for visitors to experience nature. Accordingly, the Ahlhorn fish ponds include the “Blockhaus Ahlhorn” and the Forest Education Center, which offer overnight accommodation for school and adult groups to spend time in the nature reserve.

According to the Federal Nature Conservation Act, a nature reserve is a legally designated area in which special protection of nature and landscape is required for the conservation or restoration of ecosystems, for scientific reasons or because of their rarity, uniqueness or beauty. Actions that could lead to changes or even damage to the nature reserve are prohibited.