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A historical catalogue of regional seismic events associated with the Roßbachtal landscape

Recorded Seismic Activity and Earthquake History for Roßbachtal bei Völkershain, Hesse

Review a detailed, searchable record of historical earthquake activity occurring in proximity to the Roßbachtal bei Völkershain nature reserve. This catalogue provides indexed data regarding event magnitude, depth, and calculated epicentre distance from the protected valley landscape in northern Hesse. Each record reflects historical seismic data sourced from global catalogues, enabling users to analyze patterns of recorded activity within this region of the Knüllgebirge foothills.

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A small, stream-carved valley nature reserve in northern Hesse, protecting meadow and forest habitat within the Knüllwald range.

Roßbachtal bei Völkershain

Roßbachtal bei Völkershain is a nature reserve and overlapping European Natura 2000 site located in the Schwalm-Eder-Kreis of northern Hesse, Germany. The protected area follows the valley of the Roßbach, a small stream that flows southward into the Breitenbach, near the villages of Völkershain and Nausis within the municipality of Knüllwald. The designation is highly focused, covering roughly 114 hectares of valley terrain that combines open meadow with adjoining woodland in the foothills of the Knüllgebirge. The reserve was established in 1988 and is classified as an IUCN Category IV habitat and species management area, underscoring its role in maintaining specific habitat conditions rather than wilderness protection. Because the protected boundary is identical to the surrounding FFH (Flora-Fauna-Habitat) site, Roßbachtal bei Völkershain also contributes to the European Union's network of conservation areas. Its modest size, stream-centered geography, and dual-purpose national and European designations give it a clear identity as a small-scale biodiversity refuge in central Germany.

Location
Germany
Park type
Nature reserve
Established
1988
Area
1.1 km²
Roßbachtal bei Völkershain Nature Reserve Atlas

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Documented earthquakes around Roßbachtal bei Völkershain are linked to the protected place using epicentre positions and measured distances, not boundary occurrence. Explore dates, magnitudes, depths, reported localities, distance values, and source material without inferring causes from valley characteristics, declaring current hazard, or forecasting seismic activity.

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Nature reserveHesse
About 5.1 km away#1 closest

Northwest

Eichelskopf Nature Reserve: Protected Geological and Historical Landscapes in Hesse

Regional conservation profile and mapped boundaries in Schwalm-Eder.

Examine the conservation history of Eichelskopf, a key nature reserve in the Schwalm-Eder district of Hesse. Established in 1927, this site remains a vital point of interest for understanding the evolution of species protection and geological heritage management in central Germany.

Area
0.027 km²
Established
1927
Scope
Terrestrial
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Protected landscapeHesse
About 7 km away#2 closest

Southwest

Naturpark Knüll: Geography, Basalt Formations, and Protected Areas of Northern Hesse

An expansive cultural landscape defined by volcanic ridges and riverine habitats

Naturpark Knüll offers a deep look into the geological and structural diversity of the Knüllgebirge. By mapping the transitions between bunter sandstone, basalt hilltops, and fertile floodplains, this resource highlights the region's role in biodiversity conservation and sustainable land management across the Schwalm-Eder and Hersfeld-Rotenburg districts.

Area
832.58 km²
Established
2021
Relief
Mountain
Climate
Temperate
Naturpark Knüll Protected Landscape Map
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Nature reserveSchwalm-Eder-Kreis
8.6 km away#3 closest

Northwest

Mosenberg bei Homberg Nature Reserve: Mapped Protected Landscape and Regional Geography

Nature reserve terrain in the Schwalm-Eder-Kreis district of northern Hesse

Spanning 64 hectares, Mosenberg bei Homberg preserves a diverse mixture of traditional agricultural landscapes including open grasslands and wood-pastures. The area provides a critical habitat for specialized birds, defined by its steep basalt scree and proximity to the Klingelbach stream. This site offers a clear example of how historic coppice woodland systems maintain significant biodiversity across the northern Hesse region.

Area
0.646 km²
Established
1986
Relief
Upland
Climate
Temperate
Mosenberg bei Homberg Nature Reserve Atlas
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Nature reserveSchwalm-Eder-Kreis
About 9.5 km away#4 closest

North

Goldbergsee Nature Reserve and Mapped Protected Landscapes in Schwalm-Eder-Kreis

Ecological transition and inland water-body geography.

Goldbergsee stands as a prime case study of industrial renaturalization in northern Hesse. This protected nature reserve, characterized by its clear spring-fed water and successional woodland habitat, offers a window into how former open-cast mining sites evolve into ecologically balanced water bodies within the Schwalm-Eder-Kreis mountain foothills.

Established
1991
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Nature reserveSchwalm-Eder-Kreis
11 km away#5 closest

Northeast

Fuldatal bei Konnefeld: Protected Floodplain and Wetland Geography in Schwalm-Eder-Kreis

An essential river valley habitat and nature reserve in northern Hesse

Fuldatal bei Konnefeld is a compact, high-value nature reserve situated along the Fulda river valley. The landscape is defined by its old river oxbows, soft-wood forest galleries, and species-rich hay meadows. This resource provides a focused geographic overview of its protected status as a Natura 2000 site and its function as a vital wildlife corridor.

Area
0.169 km²
Established
1989
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
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Nature reserveGermany
About 12 km away#6 closest

Northeast

Kiesgrube bei Baumbach Nature Reserve: River Meander and Wetland Geography in Germany

A preserved riparian landscape and bird habitat in northern Hesse

Located along the middle Fulda, this nature reserve represents an engineered success story where a former quarry transformed into a vital wetland ecosystem. Its shallow lake margins, willow thickets, and floodplain forests create a critical protected area for local waterbird populations, serving as an essential node within the Auenverbund Fulda floodplain conservation network.

Area
0.23 km²
Established
1995
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Temperate
Kiesgrube bei Baumbach Protected Area
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Nature reserveHesse
About 13 km away#7 closest

Southwest

Buchenbachtal bei Christerode Nature Reserve: Protected Landscape and Regional Geography

Mapped stream corridors and wet meadow ecosystems in Hesse

Located in central-western Germany, Buchenbachtal bei Christerode focuses on the conservation of small low-mountain streams and broadleaf forest transition zones. This nature reserve provides a essential look at riparian habitat management and the traditional agricultural integration that shapes the natural terrain of the northern Hessian region.

Area
120.5 km²
Established
1995
Water
Major water bodies
Buchenbachtal bei Christerode Protected Area
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Nature reserveLandkreis Hersfeld-Rotenburg
About 14 km away#8 closest

East

Im Sand bei Rotenburg Nature Reserve: Mapping the Fulda River Floodplain and Wetland Mosaic

A structured floodplain refuge in Landkreis Hersfeld Rotenburg

Located in the low-lying reaches of the Fulda River, Im Sand bei Rotenburg represents a significant shift from industrial land use to a protected, structurally rich riverine mosaic. The area features a complex of water-filled pits, reedbeds, and alluvial forest patches that serve as a crucial migratory stopover for diverse waterbird populations in northeastern Hesse.

Area
0.102 km²
Established
1997
IUCN
IV
Relief
Lowland
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Examine the Protected Geography of Roßbachtal bei Völkershain

Continue your study of central German protected lands by examining the valley-corridor geography of Roßbachtal bei Völkershain. MoriAtlas provides detailed context on the stream-centered habitat boundaries, elevation ranges, and landscape characteristics that define this essential Hessian nature reserve and European Natura 2000 site.

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