Erpeler Ley is a nature reserve in Rhineland-Palatinate, known for its impressive rock formations and valuable dry grasslands. It preserves unique habitats for specialized plants and animals.
The Erpeler Ley nature reserve in Rhineland-Palatinate is distinguished by its geologically significant rock formations and the valuable dry grasslands that have developed there. The primary purpose of its protection is the preservation of these unique and rare habitats. They are home to a special diversity of specialized plant and animal species adapted to the extreme site conditions. In particular, the characteristic rock ecosystems and their specific flora and fauna are safeguarded. The landscape of Erpeler Ley also contributes to regional distinctiveness and is of great importance for habitat and species conservation.
Location | Germany - Rheinland-Pfalz - Neuwied |
Area | 8.63ha |
Year of foundation | 1941 |
IUCN Category | IV |
DtP ID | c1b73fc4-6a3b-4ee4-a058-4e6a89ff0665 |
Name and division |
Rheinland-Pfalz
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Website | https://naturschutz.rlp.de/ |