Welterod's juniper reserve preserves a rare juniper heath landscape in Rheinland-Pfalz. This nature protection area safeguards unique flora and a valuable habitat.
The Wacholdervorkommen Welterod is a dedicated nature reserve in Rheinland-Pfalz, established to preserve a distinctive juniper heath landscape. Its primary purpose is the safeguarding of the rare juniper occurrences and the unique plant communities that define this habitat. This protection ensures the ecological integrity and natural development of this specialized environment, contributing significantly to regional biodiversity. The reserve offers a quiet natural setting, providing a vital sanctuary for the characteristic flora and fauna dependent on the juniper heath, maintaining a valuable part of the local natural heritage.
| Location | Germany - Rheinland-Pfalz - Rhein-Lahn-Kreis |
| Area | 2.65ha |
| Year of foundation | 1984 |
| IUCN Category | IV |
| DtP ID | 1564422a-575b-4a05-80c9-060708621285 |
| Name and division |
Rheinland-Pfalz
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| Website | https://naturschutz.rlp.de/ |