Dummersdorfer Ufer, Protected nature reserve in Lübeck, Germany.
Dummersdorfer Ufer is a nature reserve along the Trave river featuring steep banks, wetland areas, mixed woodlands, and nutrient-poor grasslands. The terrain combines different habitat types within a relatively small area, supporting a wide range of plant and animal life.
The reserve was established in 1958 and expanded in 1991 with the addition of Dummersdorfer Feld. This growth brought stronger protection under European conservation regulations.
Heidschnucken sheep graze across the grasslands, keeping the vegetation open through their daily feeding patterns. This traditional form of land management remains visible to visitors and shows how farming practices support nature conservation.
A trail system of about 5 kilometers runs along the western Trave bank and allows visitors to explore the different habitats. Sturdy footwear is recommended since the ground is often wet and uneven in many sections.
The site holds the largest concentration of rare plant species in Schleswig-Holstein, including thyme, heaths, and gentian. These specialized plants thrive in the nutrient-poor dry grasslands that are maintained through the grazing program.
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