Tongrube Hüttwohl

Nature Reserve

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Tongrube Hüttwohl: A nature reserve in Bendorf Forest, formerly a clay pit. It protects rare animals and plants dependent on wetlands. Historically, it lies directly on the former Roman Limes.

The Tongrube Hüttwohl is a significant nature reserve located within the Bendorf Forest, part of the Kannenbäcker Hochfläche in the Niederwesterwald region. This area, once a clay pit, was designated a protected site in 1980. Its primary purpose is to preserve diverse habitats for endangered animal and plant species. The existing water bodies and wetlands, in particular, provide crucial refuge and breeding grounds for specialized flora and fauna that rely on these unique conditions. Furthermore, the area holds historical significance, as it is situated directly along the route of the former Roman Limes. This blend of distinctive natural beauty and cultural heritage makes Tongrube Hüttwohl a truly special place.