Perlenbach-Fuhrtsbachtal-Talsystem

The protected area spans 331 hectares across two valleys, featuring fen vegetation, wet grassland zones, sedge beds, and reed formations at altitudes between 465-615 meters.

The valley areas were initially covered in beech forests until the 12th century, when they were cleared for agricultural use that continued for over 600 years.

The reserve contains more than 360 species of ferns and flowering plants, along with 45 mollusk species, 35 butterfly types, and numerous bird species.

Visitors can explore the reserve through designated hiking trails connecting Höfen, Kalterherberg, and Rohren, with peak visitation during the spring daffodil bloom.

Each spring, approximately ten million wild yellow daffodils emerge across the meadows, creating extensive natural flower fields within the protected valleys.

Location: Monschau

Inception: 1976

GPS coordinates: 50.52560,6.25639

Latest update: March 10, 2025 20:58