Jungferweiher

Jungferweiher is a nature reserve and reservoir in the Eifel near Ulmen. It protects a unique aquatic landscape, serving as a vital habitat for rare plant and animal species. A precious natural gem in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Jungferweiher is an important nature reserve situated in the picturesque Eifel region, within the Cochem-Zell district near the small town of Ulmen. As a reservoir, it forms a distinctive aquatic landscape that has become an essential refuge for diverse flora and fauna. The area is dedicated to the protection and preservation of rare aquatic and moisture-loving communities. It provides a crucial sanctuary for endangered bird species that breed or rest here, as well as for specialized insects, amphibians, and aquatic plants. The natural shorelines and the body of water itself offer undisturbed breeding, spawning, and feeding grounds. The central purpose of protection is the conservation of these unique ecosystems, ensuring the long-term biological diversity of the region. This site stands as a valuable example of near-natural aquatic environments in Rhineland-Palatinate.