Booser Maar is a unique volcanic crater in Rheinland-Pfalz, protected as a nature reserve. It showcases a fascinating dry maar landscape, important for its geological features and local ecology.
The Booser Maar, a prominent geological feature in Rheinland-Pfalz, is recognized as a nature reserve, safeguarding a distinctive part of the Volcanic Eifel. This dry maar, a crater formed by a volcanic eruption, presents a unique landscape that is of significant scientific and ecological value. Its preservation aims to protect the characteristic geological formations, including the maar depression itself and surrounding volcanic structures. The area provides habitats for various plant and animal species adapted to its specific conditions. Visitors can observe the geological heritage and natural beauty of this ancient volcanic site.
Location | Germany - Rheinland-Pfalz - Mayen-Koblenz, Vulkaneifel |
Area | 1.59km² |
Year of foundation | 1958 |
IUCN Category | IV |
DtP ID | cde8d2f7-70b3-49f3-b5e5-aed5188d82b6 |
Name and division |
Rheinland-Pfalz
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Website | https://naturschutz.rlp.de/ |
Designated paths/places
Verboten ist es südlich der Grenze zu angeln, die gebildet wird durch eine gerade Linie vom Schnittpunkt der Flurstücke 156 und 155/2 bis zum Auftreffen des Wegeflurstückes 152/2 auf die L 94 in Flur 22, Gemarkung Boos.
Verboten ist es Tiere an ihren Nist-, Brut-, Wohn- oder Zufluchtsstätten aufzusuchen, zu fotografieren oder zu filmen.