Radegasttal

Nature Reserve

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Summary

The Radegasttal nature reserve protects the Radegast river from Neddersee to Stepenitz, including its natural meanders and surrounding wet meadows. An important habitat in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Description

The Radegasttal nature reserve is a significant natural area in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, preserving the diverse Radegast river course. Stretching from the Neddersee near Gadebusch to its confluence with the Stepenitz near Börzow, the reserve focuses on maintaining the river's natural meanders, banks, and adjacent wet meadows. This area provides crucial habitats for numerous plant and animal species adapted to these dynamic freshwater and floodplain environments. The river's meandering flow and the rich biodiversity of the wet meadows contribute significantly to the ecological balance of the region. Visitors can experience the tranquil beauty of this river landscape and observe its preserved natural state, offering insights into the region's unique natural heritage.

General information

Location	Germany - Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Area	3.42km²
Year of foundation	1996
IUCN Category	IV
DtP ID	8471f8d8-583d-459c-bb2d-ad0b95b8b1c9

Responsible organizations

Name and division	Digitize the Planet e.V.
Website	https://digitizetheplanet.org/
Address	Show address Hide address Kreuzbergstraße 30 10965 Berlin Germany

Name and division	Landesamt für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Geologie Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Website	https://www.lung.mv-regierung.de/
Address	Show address Hide address Goldberger Straße 12b 18273 Güstrow Germany