Hochsimmer Nature Reserve protects unique volcanic landscapes and valuable habitats in Rheinland-Pfalz. It preserves diverse plant and animal species, contributing to regional biodiversity.
The Hochsimmer Nature Reserve in Rheinland-Pfalz safeguards a distinctive volcanic landscape, characterized by its unique geological formations and ecological significance. The primary purpose of protection focuses on conserving the valuable habitats present, which support a variety of plant and animal species, including some rare or endangered types. This area contributes significantly to the preservation of regional biodiversity and the natural character of the Eifel. It provides an important refuge for wildlife and maintains the unique geomorphological features resulting from its volcanic origin, making it a key site for ecological and geological study and observation.
Location | Germany - Rheinland-Pfalz - Mayen-Koblenz |
Area | 2.51km² |
Year of foundation | 1978 |
IUCN Category | IV |
DtP ID | e835c839-51c5-4628-9964-085a4fe1775f |
Name and division |
Rheinland-Pfalz
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Website | https://naturschutz.rlp.de/ |
It is prohibited to visit, photograph, or film animals at their nesting, breeding, living, or refuge sites.