Recorded Seismic Activity and Historical Earthquake Records Associated with Donaumoos

Hungerbrunnen-, Sacken- und Lonetal Protected Area: Geography and Landscape Atlas

Karst limestone valleys and juniper heath corridors

This protected area showcases the unique hydrology and geology of the eastern Swabian Alb. The landscape is defined by its dramatic transition from plateau to valley floor, featuring intermittent stream beds, limestone rocky outcrops, and high-value beech forest ecosystems that form a vital part of the local Natura 2000 network.

Area

9.179 km²

Established

2005

Relief

Upland

Climate

Temperate

Mittleres Lonetal Protected Landscape: Swabian Alb Geography and Mapping

A regional protected area within the Alb-Donau-Kreis district

Mittleres Lonetal represents a key protected landscape in Baden-Württemberg, following the linear path of the Lone valley. The area integrates diverse terrain, including broadleaf forest, juniper heaths, and moisture-rich meadow dales, offering a comprehensive look at the rural geography and conservation zoning typical of the Swabian Alb region.

Area

31.581 km²

Established

1989

IUCN

V

Westerstetten Protected Landscape: Mapping the Swabian Alb Karst and Valley Terrain

Protected landscape geography within the Alb-Donau-Kreis region

The Westerstetten protected landscape preserves a layered mosaic of karst plateaus, juniper heath, and dry side valleys in the northern Swabian Alb. This region serves as a connective buffer for local ecosystems, featuring extensive woodland blocks and traditional field hedges that represent the historic character of the Alb-Donau-Kreis countryside.

Area

5.834 km²

Established

1998

IUCN

V

Relief

Upland

Weidmichele, Eichelesäcker und anschließender Talgrund Protected Landscape Atlas

Geographic analysis of Swabian Alb dry valley terrain

Examine the topographical profile of Weidmichele, Eichelesäcker und anschließender Talgrund. This landscape protection area showcases the classic karst dry valley form found in Baden-Württemberg, providing a vital, narrow grassland corridor between upland plateaus and the lower Brenz valley ecosystem.

Area

0.153 km²

Established

1978

IUCN

V

Albuchwiesen: A Protected Landscape of Wetlands and Historical Grasslands on the Swabian Alb

Geographic atlas of the smallest Habitats Directive site in Baden-Württemberg

Albuchwiesen represents a critical refuge for wetland biodiversity outside the Brenz valley, characterized by its scattered parcels of calcareous dry grasslands and wet meadow systems. The area preserves essential remnants of historical land use on the Ostalb, including distinct clay-lined ponds and transitional mires that define this localized plateau terrain.

Area

51.1 km²

Established

2019

Ur-Brenztal Protected Landscape: Geography and River Valley Mapping in Baden-Württemberg

Wetland meadow corridors and ancestral drainage relics

Ur-Brenztal stands as a vital protected landscape in the Landkreis Heidenheim, serving as a rare open grassland passage. The area preserves flat valley floors and low-energy stream channels that provide essential stepping stone habitats for migratory birds and meadow-nesting populations between regional high plateaus.

Area

0.69 km²

Established

2003

IUCN

V

Relief

Lowland

Albtrauf Donzdorf-Heubach: Protected Escarpments and Karst Terrain in the Swabian Alb

Natura 2000 protected area in eastern Baden-Württemberg

The Albtrauf Donzdorf-Heubach site comprises eight protected parcels along the Swabian Alb. Its geography is defined by steep limestone cliffs, dissected valleys, and extensive karst systems that support specialized biodiversity. This protected landscape highlights the complex interaction between Upper Jurassic geological formations and traditional land-use patterns across the Göppingen and Ostalbkreis districts.

Area

25.333 km²

Established

2019

Relief

Highland

Climate

Temperate

Nellingen Protected Landscape: Mapping the Cultural and Karstic Terrain of Central Swabia

Protected landscape geography and regional land use

Nellingen Protected Landscape encompasses over 1,500 hectares of the Swabian Alb, forming an essential link in the regional conservation network. This site provides insight into the karstic landforms of the Kuppenalb, including sinkholes and dry valleys, while preserving a living history of agricultural practices such as orchard management and sheep grazing. This analysis provides a structured overview of the area topography and its significance in the regional landscape context.

Area

15.212 km²

Established

1999

IUCN

V

Relief

Upland