German-Luxembourg Nature Park, Cross-border nature park between Rhineland-Palatinate and Luxembourg
The German-Luxembourg Nature Park is a protected area spanning river landscapes, forests, and valleys along international borders. It encompasses several nature conservation regions on both sides and supports diverse habitats for plants and wildlife.
The area was established in 1964 through a treaty between Rhineland-Palatinate and Luxembourg as a cross-border nature reserve. This was one of the first examples in Western Europe where two nations collaborated across their borders to protect nature.
The park takes its name from the two nations that share and protect it together. Visitors experience a landscape that has long connected people from both sides of the border.
The area offers numerous walking trails of different lengths and difficulty levels, allowing visitors to explore the landscape at their own pace. Many routes lead through riverside areas and forests, so sturdy footwear is advisable.
In 1973, the area received the European Diploma for Protected Areas from the Council of Europe, an honor given to very few parks across the continent. This recognition acknowledges the exceptional value of the territory for preserving biodiversity and landscapes.
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