Mori Atlas logo
Park earthquake history

A structured repository of historical earthquake records mapped by proximity to this protected regional nature reserve

Recorded Seismic Activity and Earthquake History Near Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens

Explore a curated historical record of seismic events that have occurred in the vicinity of Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens. This dataset offers details on event dates, magnitudes, and epicentre distances to provide context for seismic activity surrounding the site. These records are associated based on geographic proximity to the reserve, offering insight into the local seismic history without indicating current hazard or future risk levels for the protected area.

Related tags

regional nature reservepost-industrial siteformer quarryhabitat mosaiccalcareous flora
Explore Regional Nature Reserve of the Carrière des Nerviens

A small former sandstone quarry reborn as a mosaic of rare calcareous habitats in northern France.

Regional Nature Reserve of the Carrière des Nerviens

The Regional Nature Reserve of the Carrière des Nerviens is a small but ecologically rich protected area in the Hauts-de-France region of northern France, spanning the communes of Bavay and Saint-Waast in the Nord department. Covering roughly three hectares, it preserves a former Famennian sandstone quarry that was infilled with calcareous marls in the 1970s and then recolonized by spontaneous vegetation, creating a mosaic of open herbaceous patches, shrubby zones, and pioneer woodland. The reserve is known for hosting fifteen plants of regional heritage interest, including several species protected in Nord-Pas-de-Calais, and three plant formations listed under the European Habitats Directive. Its botanical diversity is shaped by calcium-rich soils and a transitional climate that blends oceanic and continental influences, bringing together species typical of both bioclimatic zones at the limits of their ranges. Managed since 2009 by the CPIE Bocage de l'Avesnois, the reserve combines conservation of an uncommon habitat mosaic, regular work against invasive plants and woodland encroachment, environmental education, and ongoing flora and fauna monitoring, making it a compact yet scientifically meaningful natural site.

Location
France
Park type
Nature reserve
Established
2009
Area
0 km²
Highest point
115 m
Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens Atlas

Review Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens records

Earthquakes near Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens

Earthquakes near Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens are linked by epicentre and reserve distance, not confirmed boundary occurrence. Compare dates, magnitudes, depths, locations, distances, and sources without attributing seismic causes to quarry or reserve features, defining present hazard, or forecasting events.

Sort by
Magnitude
Location

This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

No earthquake records match the current filters

Park atlas

Beyond Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens data

More parks after Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens

Leave the earthquake catalogue for Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens to browse other MoriAtlas parks on their own terms. Its 0.0311 km² lowland record in Hauts-de-France, established in 2009, identifies only the starting point and does not promise matching reserve status, size, forest-wetland setting, nearness, seismic evidence or detail.
A wide watercolor illustration showing a calm river reflecting pink and yellow hues, bordered by green trees and vegetation on both banks.
Nature reserveHauts-de-France
4.2 km away#1 closest

Northwest

Réserve naturelle régionale du bois d'Encade: Protected Woodland and Quarry Mosaic

Regional Nature Reserve in the Hauts-de-France river valley.

Spanning a compact stretch of the Hogneau valley, this nature reserve protects diverse habitats including fern-rich rock crevices and mature forest stands. The site represents a crucial ecological stepping stone that provides refuge for numerous bird, bat, and invertebrate species within a heavily cultivated agricultural corridor of northern France.

Area
0.021 km²
Established
2001
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Explore Réserve naturelle régionale du bois d'Encade
Nature reserveHauts-de-France
9.3 km away#2 closest

Southeast

Réserve naturelle régionale de Pantegnies: Protected Landscape and Regional Map Overview

A managed nature reserve in the Hauts-de-France region

Réserve naturelle régionale de Pantegnies covers 37 hectares of protected terrain near Pont-sur-Sambre. This IUCN Category IV site serves as a vital anchor for regional biodiversity management, offering a clear case study in the preservation of northern French landscapes through formal regional nature reserve status.

Area
0.37 km²
Established
2013
IUCN
IV
Scope
Terrestrial
Réserve naturelle régionale de Pantegnies Park Map
A horizontal watercolor illustration depicting rolling green hills, meadows, and a small stream or body of water.
Protected landscapeProvince de Hainaut
About 11 km away#3 closest

Northeast

Parc naturel des Hauts-Pays: Geography and Protected Landscape Analysis

Tracing the forest corridors and river valleys of the Walloon region

Situated along the Franco-Belgian border, Parc naturel des Hauts-Pays offers a rare look at an intact bocage and forest landscape. The area is defined by the Grande Honnelle river valley, calcareous grasslands, and high-quality broadleaf woods. Its unique geographic location acts as a critical refuge for rare plant species and preserves a traditional rural identity that has survived across a complex watershed divide.

Area
157 km²
Established
2000
IUCN
V
Parc naturel des Hauts-Pays Protected Area Atlas
Protected areaNord
14 km away#4 closest

Northwest

Vallées de la Scarpe et de l'Escaut Protected Landscape Geography and Map Context

Wetland mosaic, subsidence lakes, and river floodplains in Nord

Examine the physical geography of the Scarpe and Escaut Valleys, a premier wetland site in northern France. The protected area features a mosaic of marshes, wet meadows, and mining-subsidence lakes that provide vital habitats for migratory waterbirds and support carbon storage through rare alkaline peatlands.

Area
276.22 km²
Established
2020
Relief
Lowland
Scope
Terrestrial
Vallées de la Scarpe et de l'Escaut Protected Area Map
A watercolor painting showing a soft, panoramic landscape with green hills in the distance, a meandering stream in the foreground, and grassy banks with subtle pink floral highlights.
Nature reserveHauts-de-France
16 km away#5 closest

South

Réserve naturelle régionale des Prairies du Val de Sambre: Regional Nature Reserve Atlas

Wetland floodplain meadows in the middle Sambre valley

The Réserve naturelle régionale des Prairies du Val de Sambre protects essential wet grassland habitats in northern France. Spanning approximately 49 hectares along the canalised Sambre, this protected area maintains traditional meadow systems that support wetland-dependent species; it represents a key junction in the regional landscape between the Mormal forest and Thiérache bocage.

Area
0.494 km²
Established
2012
IUCN
IV
Réserve naturelle régionale des Prairies du Val de Sambre Atlas
A watercolor painting of a pastoral landscape featuring a grassy foreground with a small pool of water, a line of trees, and soft hills in the background.
Protected landscapeHainaut
About 25 km away#6 closest

Northwest

Parc naturel des Plaines de l'Escaut: Geographic Overview of the Hainaut Protected Area

Scheldt valley wetlands, forested ridges, and historical landscape estates.

Located in the Hainaut province of Belgium, Parc naturel des Plaines de l'Escaut protects a complex mosaic of lowlands and heritage sites. This area integrates wetlands, heathland openings, and castle estates within a heavily humanized region. Learn about its role as a cross-border protected entity and its contribution to the pan-European ecological network through its varied terrain and water-dominated geography.

Area
465 km²
Established
1996
IUCN
V
Relief
Lowland
Explore Parc naturel des Plaines de l'Escaut Atlas
Protected areaHauts-de-France
About 25 km away#7 closest

Southwest

Neuvilly Protected Area: Geography, Mapped Boundaries, and Regional Landscape Context

A detailed geographic overview of protected lands in Hauts-de-France.

Gain insights into the Neuvilly protected area through detailed mapping and geographic analysis. This resource provides a clear breakdown of the site footprint and its place within the Hauts-de-France landscape, ensuring a structured understanding of its ecological boundaries and regional significance for mapping and environmental study.

Area
0.193 km²
Established
1990
Climate
Temperate
Scope
Terrestrial
Neuvilly Protected Area Atlas
Nature reserveHauts-de-France
39 km away#8 closest

Southeast

Réserve naturelle régionale des monts de Baives: Protected Limestone and Calcareous Landscapes

Ecological geography and regional conservation map context

Encompassing roughly 19 hectares, the Réserve naturelle régionale des monts de Baives protects a specialized ecosystem at the edge of the Ardennes foothills. The site is recognized for its south-facing limestone slopes, orchid-rich grasslands, and historical quarry habitats that support regional bat colonies and unique botanical species.

Area
0.188 km²
Established
1996
IUCN
IV
Relief
Upland
Réserve naturelle régionale des monts de Baives Atlas
MoriAtlas Explorer

Explore the Geography of the Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens

Dive into the detailed landscape profile of the Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens within the Hauts-de-France region. MoriAtlas provides structured geographic data and mapped boundary context for this unique botanical refuge, facilitating a deeper understanding of its protected ecosystem and regional environmental significance.

Browse next
Countries→Continents→Parks→
Global natural geography
Réserve naturelle régionale de la carrière des Nerviens Atlas

Explore related park routes

Explore MoriAtlas Global ParksBrowse All MoriAtlas ParksGlobal Park Map DiscoveryMoriAtlas: Browse All CountriesBrowse All MoriAtlas ContinentsGrand Canyon National Park AtlasYellowstone National Park AtlasYosemite National Park Atlas and GeographySerengeti National Park AtlasGalápagos National Park Protected LandscapeBanff National Park Geography and AtlasKruger National Park Atlas EntryUluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park AtlasExplore Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park GeographyPlitvice Lakes National Park AtlasFiordland National Park Protected LandscapeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park AtlasAfghanistan National Parks and Protected AreasAlbania National Parks and Protected AreasAlgeria National Parks and Protected AreasAmerican Samoa National Parks and Protected AreasAndorra National Parks and Protected AreasAngola National Parks and Protected AreasAntarctica National Parks and Protected AreasAntigua and Barbuda Park List