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Historical Seismic Records and Earthquake History for Düne am Ulvenberg von Darmstadt-Eberstadt

This historical catalogue provides a structured overview of seismic activity recorded in the vicinity of Düne am Ulvenberg von Darmstadt-Eberstadt. Users can examine documented earthquake events, including magnitude and epicentre distance data, to understand the seismic context of this Pleistocene inland dune landscape in Hesse. All information is organized by event date to facilitate objective review of regional records without providing hazard assessments or predictive outlooks.

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A small inland sand dune in Hesse preserving rare steppe-like dry grassland habitat.

Düne am Ulvenberg von Darmstadt-Eberstadt

The Düne am Ulvenberg von Darmstadt-Eberstadt is a small inland sand dune and protected nature reserve (Naturschutzgebiet) located on the western edge of the Darmstadt-Eberstadt district in the German state of Hesse. Covering roughly 8.89 hectares, the site preserves a remnant of the Pleistocene inland dune landscape that once stretched from Rastatt in Baden-Württemberg through to Mainz. Its ecological value lies in the mosaic of dry, sun-exposed sandy habitats that support relict steppe-like vegetation unusual for central Germany. The reserve is especially notable for the coexistence of pine mixed woodland with several types of open, xerothermic dry grassland: broomgrass steppe turf, loose silver-grass dry grassland, and a warmer broomgrass dry grassland community. These vegetation zones harbor a significant number of protected, rare, or threatened plant species, making the dune an important refugium for sand-dwelling flora within the Upper Rhine region. Administratively, the site is recognized at multiple levels. Parts were already designated as a natural monument in 1938, the full area became a state nature reserve in 1991, and since 2001 it has also been part of the European Natura 2000 network as a Fauna-Flora-Habitat (FFH) area.

Location
Germany
Park type
Nature reserve
Established
1991
Area
0.1 km²
Düne am Ulvenberg von Darmstadt-Eberstadt Nature Reserve Atlas

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Nature reserveHessen
0.9 km away#1 closest

East

Lerchenberg und Kernesbellen von Darmstadt-Eberstadt: Hessian Nature Reserve and Dune Atlas

Protected sand grassland and pine forest landscape mapping

Lerchenberg und Kernesbellen von Darmstadt-Eberstadt serves as a key inland dune reserve within the northern Upper Rhine Plain. This protected area features a unique, sun-warmed mosaic of sandy substrates, sparse calcareous forests, and historic orchard meadows. Analyze the site's ecological boundaries and its role as a critical habitat fragment within the broader network of regional protected landscapes.

Area
0.172 km²
Established
1995
IUCN
IV
Lerchenberg und Kernesbellen von Darmstadt-Eberstadt Nature Reserve Map
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Nature reserveHesse
About 3 km away#2 closest

South

Kalksandkiefernwald bei Bickenbach, Pfungstadt und Seeheim-Jugenheim Protected Area Atlas

A rare calcareous sand pine forest in the Hessian Rhine plain

Located in the Darmstadt-Dieburg district, this reserve protects an airy, light-filled woodland on calcareous sandy ground. The terrain is defined by its gentle undulations and historical woodland grazing traces, offering a unique look at forest management in the Rhine plain. Explore the distribution of its two distinct sections, including the specialized sand grass vegetation found along its managed utility corridors.

Area
0.874 km²
Established
1996
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Kalksandkiefernwald bei Bickenbach, Pfungstadt und Seeheim-Jugenheim Nature Reserve
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Nature reserveHessen
About 3.9 km away#3 closest

North

Bessunger Kiesgrube Nature Reserve: A Detailed Look at the Hessen Protected Landscape

Examining post-industrial geography and forest recovery

The Bessunger Kiesgrube is a designated nature reserve located in Hessen, Germany. Once a centuries-old gravel extraction site, the area now features a groundwater-fed lake bordered by steep rocky banks and dense, naturally regenerated woodland. This site provides a clear case study of ecological recovery on the edge of urban development, offering insight into the geological and environmental legacy of the region.

Area
0.118 km²
Established
1978
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Temperate
Bessunger Kiesgrube Nature Reserve
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Nature reserveHessen
About 5 km away#4 closest

Southwest

Pfungstädter Moor Nature Reserve: Hessian Wetland and Ancient River Landscape

Protected wetland area in the Hessian Rhine plain

This nature reserve encompasses a rare silted-up segment of the ancient Neckar river, forming a complex of reed beds, alder carr, and peat bog habitats. Managed through creative restoration techniques that lift Rhine water into the moor, the landscape remains a vital ecological sanctuary in the heart of Hesse, standing in sharp contrast to the surrounding agricultural terrain.

Area
0.97 km²
Established
1955
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Pfungstädter Moor Protected Landscape
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Nature reserveHesse
About 7 km away#5 closest

South

Fuchswiese bei Stettbach: Mapped Nature Reserve and Protected Meadow Landscape in Hesse

Exploring the ecological boundaries of a specialized wet meadow reserve in southern Hesse

Fuchswiese bei Stettbach is a dedicated nature reserve serving as a critical habitat for threatened meadow butterfly species. Located in the Darmstadt-Dieburg district of Hesse, this protected area preserves wet meadow vegetation amidst the northern Odenwald fringe. The site offers a focused view into how small, carefully managed landscapes contribute to the broader ecological health and regional geography of central Germany.

Area
0.03 km²
Established
2010
Fuchswiese bei Stettbach Nature Reserve Geography
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Nature reserveHesse
7.4 km away#6 closest

Southwest

Im Dulbaum bei Alsbach Nature Reserve: Mapped Inland Dunes and Grassland Geography

A vital protected sandy terrain in the Hessian Rhine Plain

Im Dulbaum bei Alsbach protects a remnant of the historic Rhine graben sand dune belt in southern Hesse. This nature reserve provides essential habitat connectivity for heat-loving species through its distinct calcareous sand grasslands and former quarry terrain, offering a look into the region's complex ecological history.

Area
0.092 km²
Established
1994
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Im Dulbaum bei Alsbach Nature Reserve Atlas
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Nature reserveHessen
About 7.6 km away#7 closest

Southwest

Altneckarlachen von Alsbach, Hähnlein und Bickenbach: Protected Wetland and River Geography

A rare mosaic of prehistoric river loops in the Hessian Rhine plain

Altneckarlachen von Alsbach, Hähnlein und Bickenbach protects a unique sequence of prehistoric Neckar meanders featuring shallow water zones, reed belts, and black-alder swamp forest. This nature reserve in the Darmstadt-Dieburg district remains a critical wetland sanctuary, preserving a vital ecological cross-section of the ancient Rhine-Neckar landscape and its associated peatland soils.

Area
0.892 km²
Established
1990
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
Altneckarlachen von Alsbach, Hähnlein und Bickenbach Geography
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Nature reserveHessen
9.3 km away#8 closest

South

Felsberg bei Reichenbach Nature Reserve: Geography and Granite Boulder Field Analysis

Protected forest and geological monument in the Odenwald range

Felsberg bei Reichenbach protects 168 hectares of Odenwald mountain slope in Southern Hessen. The site is centered on the Felsenmeer, a dramatic sea of granite boulders created by frost weathering, framed by mixed deciduous woodland. This area functions as an important Natura 2000 habitat, preserving both specialized rock ecosystems and montane forest, providing a clear geographic link between the Lautertal valley and the high slopes of the Felsberg summit.

Area
1.677 km²
Established
1972
IUCN
IV
Relief
Mountain
Felsberg bei Reichenbach Nature Reserve Map
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