Holzhafen, Nature reserve in Hamburg-Mitte and Bergedorf districts, Germany.
Holzhafen is a nature reserve in Hamburg-Mitte and Bergedorf with wetland areas along the Norderelbe floodplain. The site protects native plants and animal species in this flat, moist terrain.
The German government formally designated the site as a protected nature reserve in 2013, recognizing its importance for preserving the river landscape. This decision was part of Hamburg's broader efforts to maintain wetland habitats.
The site functions as a learning space where visitors discover the ecological systems of Northern Germany through observation and guided walks. People come here to watch bird species and plant communities in their natural setting.
Access requires advance permission from the responsible environmental authority, which also manages parking. Visitors should inquire ahead and allow time for registration.
The site contains specialized wetland habitats that attract multiple bird species and form a critical nesting and resting ground in Hamburg's urban area. Some migratory birds stop here, making it an important point on their travel route.
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