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Recorded Historical Seismic Activity and Earthquake Data for the Dresdner Elbtalhänge Region

This collection presents a catalogue of recorded earthquakes associated by proximity to the Dresdner Elbtalhänge nature reserve in Saxony. Each entry includes event date, magnitude, depth, and epicentre distance, providing a geographic record of past seismic activity mapped across this valley landscape. The data is compiled for historical research and regional analysis, ensuring clear documentation of seismic events identified within the vicinity of these steep Elbe valley slopes.

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South-facing river-valley woodlands above the Elbe in Dresden, protecting rare dry-slope forests and sun-warmed habitats.

Dresdner Elbtalhaenge

The Dresdner Elbtalhaenge is a nature reserve (Naturschutzgebiet) in Saxony, Germany, covering about 203 hectares of the steep right-bank slopes of the Elbe valley just east of the city of Dresden. It stretches roughly 4.5 kilometers along the valley edge between the Tiefer Grund near Borsberg and the Pressgrund near Rockau, with deep wooded ravines, exposed rock outcrops, species-rich dry meadows, and warm south- to southwest-facing forest slopes. The reserve belongs to the Westlausitz hill and upland region and was established in 2007, incorporating the older Borsberghaenge und Friedrichsgrund protected area. Its ecological value lies in the unusual combination of continental-warm dry habitats on the sun-exposed upper slopes and cool, humid microclimates in the shaded side ravines, which together sustain a rich mix of oak, beech, hornbeam, and maple forests, relict pine stands, rock vegetation, and nutrient-poor grasslands. The area forms part of the European Natura 2000 network through the Elbtalhaenge zwischen Loschwitz und Bonnewitz FFH site, securing protection for several strictly protected bat, beetle, and orchid-rich habitats. Beyond its conservation role, the reserve functions as a local recreation and walking landscape, linking rural Dresden neighborhoods with sweeping views toward the Elbe floodplain and Schloss Pillnitz.

Location
Germany
Park type
Nature reserve
Established
2007
Area
203.6 km²
Dresdner Elbtalhänge Nature Reserve Atlas

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For Dresdner Elbtalhänge, earthquake records are associated by epicentre location and computed distance from the protected site rather than automatic boundary placement. The available dates, magnitudes, depths, place descriptions, distance readings, and source references aid historical comparison without establishing geological cause, current threat, or likely future activity.

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Nature reserveGermany
About 1 km away#1 closest

Southwest

Elbinseln Pillnitz und Gauernitz: A Study in Protected Saxon River Landscapes

Examining floodplain geography and rare river island ecosystems

Located in the Elbe valley between Dresden and Meissen, Elbinseln Pillnitz und Gauernitz preserves the final natural river islands within the state of Saxony. This protected nature reserve anchors a vital network of alluvial soils, riparian woodlands, and unarmored riverbanks, offering a unique perspective on the dynamic floodplain geography of Germany's major river corridors.

Area
0.235 km²
Established
2006
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Elbinseln Pillnitz und Gauernitz Nature Reserve
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Nature reserveGermany
About 6.7 km away#2 closest

South

Spargründe bei Dohna: Nature Reserve and Protected Valley Landscapes in Germany

Examining the crystalline ravines and forest ecosystems of the Saxon landscape

Spargründe bei Dohna stands as a distinct nature reserve at the northern margin of the Elbtalschiefergebirge. The site encompasses narrow, steeply-sided valleys carved into Dohna Granodiorite, creating a rugged terrain of rocky ridges and shaded deciduous woodland. This geographic overview examines the boundaries and natural features of the reserve, highlighting its role within the wider Müglitztal protected area network.

Area
0.373 km²
Relief
Upland
Climate
Temperate
Access
Easy access
Spargründe bei Dohna Nature Reserve Geography
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National parkGermany
8.4 km away#3 closest

East

Saxon Switzerland National Park: Protected Area Geography and Map Exploration

Discover its mapped boundaries and regional landscape context.

Saxon Switzerland National Park, a protected national park in Germany, offers a distinct focus for geographic and atlas-based discovery. This page details the park's specific protected landscape, its mapped boundaries, and its contribution to the regional geography. MoriAtlas allows for in-depth exploration of such natural areas, providing essential context for understanding their place within broader natural systems and mapped terrains.

Area
93.5 km²
Established
1990
IUCN
II
Visitors
1.7M annual
Saxon Switzerland National Park Atlas
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Protected landscapeSaxony
About 13 km away#4 closest

North

Seifersdorfer Tal Protected Landscape and Cultural Heritage in Saxony

A historic garden monument and river valley ecosystem

The Seifersdorfer Tal is a protected landscape defining the Große Röder valley. Beyond its cultural status as one of Germany's earliest English-style landscape gardens, the area serves as a vital riverine corridor and nature reserve. The terrain offers a unique blend of rocky outcrops, wooded slopes, and meadows linked by historic footpaths and 18th-century allegorical monuments.

Area
2.88 km²
Established
1960
Relief
Upland
Climate
Temperate
Seifersdorfer Tal Protected Landscape Map
Nature reserveFreistaat Sachsen
About 14 km away#5 closest

West

Windberg Nature Reserve: Mapping the Forested Ridge and Protected Landscape of Saxony

Geology, mining heritage, and protected oak-beech forest ecosystems

Windberg serves as the prominent local landmark for Freital, defined by its elongated forested plateau and complex tectonic geography. This nature reserve offers a study in the intersection of environmental conservation and human industrial history, featuring Saxony's deepest cave and varied habitats within the eastern Ore Mountains foothills.

Established
1967
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Temperate
Access
Easy access
Windberg Nature Reserve Atlas
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Nature reserveMeißen
About 18 km away#6 closest

Northwest

Dippelsdorfer Teich Nature Reserve: Geographic Insights and Landscape Context

Historic Saxon pond management and regional protected landscape.

The Dippelsdorfer Teich serves as a primary example of historical pond construction and nature protection in the northern Dresden countryside. This 69 hectare reservoir captures a blend of ecological, cultural, and recreational values within the Meißen region. Users can examine its physical layout, the dam structure, and the integration of heritage transport within this managed lowland environment.

Area
0.69 km²
Established
1528
Relief
Lowland
Scope
Terrestrial
Dippelsdorfer Teich Nature Reserve Geography
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Nature reserveMeißen District
About 21 km away#7 closest

Northwest

Frauenteich Moritzburg: Mapping the Protected Wetland Landscapes of Meißen District

Glacial pond basins and diverse forest habitats in Saxony.

Frauenteich Moritzburg serves as a core component of Saxony's pond landscape, protecting a rich sequence of shoreline vegetation and open water. Its geography reflects the results of ancient glacial activity, creating a unique environment where sandy ridges and wet meadows coexist. This nature reserve provides essential refuge for bird populations, making it a focal point for understanding the natural, protected terrain within the broader Meißen District environment.

Area
2.02 km²
Established
1954
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Frauenteich Moritzburg Nature Reserve Atlas
Nature reserveSachsen
About 21 km away#8 closest

North

Waldmoore bei Großdittmannsdorf: A Protected Wetland Landscape in Sachsen, Germany

Mapping forest mires and rare swamp woodland habitats

Waldmoore bei Großdittmannsdorf represents a carefully maintained nature reserve in eastern Germany, spanning roughly 93 hectares of forest mire and bog structures. The site supports a rare transition of swamp woodland, sedge-rich wet stands, and spring flushes within the Laußnitzer Heide. As a designated Natura 2000 area, it plays a key role in safeguarding regional wetland connectivity and providing a refuge for specialist flora and fauna in the Saxon landscape.

Area
0.935 km²
Established
2000
IUCN
IV
Waldmoore bei Großdittmannsdorf Nature Reserve Geography
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