Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Activity Records for Syen-Venn Nature Reserve

Weiher am Syen-Venn Nature Reserve: Protected Landscapes and Geography in Grafschaft Bentheim

Exploring nutrient-poor ponds and meadow buffer zones

Weiher am Syen-Venn stands as a significant nature reserve in Grafschaft Bentheim, defined by its flat lowland terrain and aquatic-focused ecological zones. The protected area encompasses nearly 30 hectares of meadows and ponds, providing vital refuge for moor frogs and migratory bird species within an agricultural landscape framework.

Area

0.28 km²

Established

2016

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

FFH-Gebiet Bentheimer Wald: A Deep Dive into German Protected Woodland and Forest Terrain

Historic wood pasture in Landkreis Grafschaft Bentheim

Explore the geographical structure and protected status of FFH-Gebiet Bentheimer Wald. This woodland region is renowned for its Hutewald heritage, riparian streams, and ancient growth that supports rare lichen and bryophyte species across its expansive lowland forest canopy.

Area

7.8 km²

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

Access

Access unknown

Bergvennen & Brecklenkampse Veld Protected Area: Geographic Atlas and Landscape Map

Nature reserve featuring rare fens and glacial sand ridges in Overijssel

Bergvennen & Brecklenkampse Veld provides an essential case study in transboundary conservation within the eastern Netherlands. This nature reserve, characterized by its weakly buffered fens and juniper-studded heathlands, sits atop undulating cover sand ridges. Our mapping tools detail the gradient-rich terrain and the specific hydrological conditions that allow these habitats to thrive in the Twente region.

Area

1.33 km²

Established

2013

Relief

Lowland

Scope

Terrestrial

Landgoederen Oldenzaal: Mapping the Protected Estate Forests of Overijssel

Nature reserve geography and habitat connectivity in Twente

Landgoederen Oldenzaal comprises a series of historical estates at the foot of the Oldenzaal ice-pushed ridge. The landscape is characterized by mature woodland complexes, spring-fed brooks, and a traditional field pattern that persists today. As a protected Natura 2000 site, it demonstrates successful habitat reconnection through specialized infrastructure within the wider Twente region.

Area

5.78 km²

Established

2013

Relief

Upland

Climate

Temperate

Springendal & Dal van de Mosbeek Protected Area: Mapped Geography and Terrain Overview

Glacial push-moraine landscapes in the Overijssel province

The Springendal & Dal van de Mosbeek protected area stands out for its concentrated geological diversity, where boulder-clay layers trigger consistent groundwater seepage. This natural process maintains rare ash-elm spring forests and calcareous mires within a twelve square kilometer expanse. The area preserves a classic Twente cultural pattern of small meadows and hedgerows, creating a protected sanctuary for specialized invertebrates and woodland wildlife.

Area

12.25 km²

Established

2013

Relief

Upland

Scope

Terrestrial

Landgoed Lonnekermeer Nature Reserve: Geographic Landscape and Protected Area Mapping

Twente region, Overijssel province, Netherlands

Landgoed Lonnekermeer is a 98 hectare nature reserve in Overijssel characterized by a designed early twentieth century landscape, lakes originating from historic sand quarries, and expansive wet heath. Explore the protected boundaries of this estate as it serves as a living model for habitat restoration, showcasing the successful recovery of local fens, brooks, and biodiversity-rich hay meadows within the eastern Netherlands.

Area

1.05 km²

Established

1902

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

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

Witte Veen Nature Reserve: Mapped Protected Landscapes and Bog Terrain in Overijssel, NL

Regional peatland geography and cross-border conservation status

Witte Veen is a protected nature reserve in eastern Overijssel, known for its distinct raised bog habitat and active restoration efforts. This site forms an essential link in the Dutch-German border chain, offering a unique look at fragmented wetland terrain, bog pools, and heathland ecosystems managed for ecological recovery.

Area

2.9 km²

Established

2013

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate