Tucked away in the heart of the West Eifel region, the Urprümschleife near Echtershausen is a small but ecologically rich nature reserve in Rhineland-Palatinate. Covering about 6.5 hectares, this protected area was established in 1996 to preserve a former river meander of the Prüm. Its landscape is shaped by wet meadows, marshes, and lowland moor complexes—an important habitat for many rare and specialized species. The reserve offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty and ecological value of a landscape that reflects the region's ancient river systems and rich biodiversity.
Location | Germany - Rheinland-Pfalz - Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm |
Area | 6.52ha |
Year of foundation | 1996 |
IUCN Category | IV |
DtP ID | 191e3975-e194-4ac5-9982-11e947acddad |
Name and division |
Rheinland-Pfalz
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Website | https://naturschutz.rlp.de/ |
Flora
Sumpf-Dotterblume