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The nature reserve is characterized by old, near-natural mixed oak and beech forests. Around 60 % of the forest is located on historically old forest sites. The “Sieke” runs through the area as a near-natural stream. There are tree hedges along the edges of the protected area. The main purpose of the conservation area is to improve the representation of hornbeam forests as well as chickweed-oak-hornbeam forests. In the long term, non-native forest stands should develop into naturally occurring near-natural forest communities with a high proportion of old wood and deadwood. In addition, the protection serves to preserve the forest for peaceful recreation.

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.