Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Activity Archive for Swatte Poele Nature Reserve

Koffituten Nature Reserve and the Protected Bog Landscapes of North Rhine-Westphalia

A study of raised bog regeneration and inland dune ecosystems.

Koffituten provides a clear look at bog restoration and land management within the Steinfurt district. This nature reserve protects a rare raised bog island alongside a mix of pine-oak forest, fen woodland, and inland dunes. Its compact size and historical restoration work make it a focal point for understanding the interplay between wetland and dry-land habitats in the German lowlands.

Area

0.236 km²

Established

1991

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

Suddenmoor Nature Reserve: Mapped Protected Landscapes in Landkreis Osnabrück

Lowland peatland habitats and regional German geography

Suddenmoor serves as a crucial nature reserve in Landkreis Osnabrück, characterized by its flat, peat-rich soil and dense network of drainage channels. The reserve preserves an authentic Artland landscape, featuring a rare combination of wet meadow ecosystems and traditional Wallhecken field boundaries. This protected area stands as a vital connector between larger wetland complexes in the northern German lowland terrain.

Area

3.11 km²

Established

2018

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

Zitterteiche Nature Reserve in Emsland: Mapped Protected Landscapes and Geography

A study of lowland heath ponds and environmental history

Zitterteiche represents a specific, small-scale nature reserve in the Emsland of Germany, consisting of two shallow heath ponds defined by their surrounding agricultural plains. This detailed entry maps the physical terrain and ecological shift of these protected waters, offering a focused perspective on the regional geography and the historical trajectory of this unique, formally protected wetland area.

Area

0.029 km²

Established

1937

IUCN

IV

Relief

Lowland

Südtannenmoor Nature Reserve in Lower Saxony: An Atlas of Protected Bog Wetlands

Mapping rare heath pool ecosystems in the Emsland region

This nature reserve protects a fragile intersection of raised-bog remnants and shallow heath pools framed by coniferous forests. The site serves as a key reference for the restoration of specialized wetland vegetation in northwestern Germany, offering a clear view of how small-scale geography influences biodiversity in the Emsland landscape.

Area

0.049 km²

Established

2009

IUCN

IV

Relief

Lowland

Moßmörken Nature Reserve: Regional Protected Area and Geographic Atlas Entry

Inland dune and bog landscape in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Moßmörken provides a concentrated study of regional geology and conservation through its varied mosaic of wet grassland, nutrient-poor aquatic habitats, and remnant dunes. As a protected area in the North Rhine-Westphalia region, it represents an essential site for understanding the interplay between post-glacial land-forming processes and local habitat succession in western Germany.

Area

0.129 km²

Established

1995

IUCN

IV

Relief

Lowland

Zachhorn Nature Reserve: Protected Heathland and Wetland Landscapes in Nordrhein-Westfalen

Geographic atlas of the Ems valley heathland pond refuge.

Zachhorn is a defined nature reserve in the Steinfurt district, protecting two shallow ponds and surrounding acidic heathland characteristic of the Ems valley lowlands. This site provides a rare, nutrient-poor aquatic environment that supports specialized wetland flora and essential amphibian habitats, forming a distinct piece of the regional conservation mosaic in Nordrhein-Westfalen.

Area

0.214 km²

Established

1990

IUCN

IV

Naturpark Hümmling: Geographic Overview of Emsland Protected Landscapes

Tracing glacial sand ridges, moorlands, and prehistoric cultural sites.

Naturpark Hümmling stands as a prominent protected landscape in Lower Saxony, characterized by its distinctive geest ridge, extensive raised bogs, and dense concentration of Neolithic stone monuments. The area map highlights a complex interplay of river valleys, heathland remnants, and historic cultural landmarks that define the geographical identity of this Emsland treasure.

Area

576 km²

Established

2015

Relief

Upland

Climate

Temperate

Versener Heidesee Nature Reserve: Mapped Protected Areas in Emsland, Lower Saxony

Heathland habitats and aquatic ecosystems in the Bourtanger Moor region

Versener Heidesee represents a significant example of post-industrial landscape reclamation, where a motorway extraction site was transformed into a protected nature reserve. The site spans 40 hectares, featuring a 16-hectare lake and managed heathland that sustains rare algae species and diverse avian populations. Its location within the International Nature Park Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen highlights the importance of small-scale, managed terrain for regional ecological health.

Area

0.4 km²

Established

2008

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate