Erdekaut, Protected landscape area in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.
The Erdekaut conservation zone extends across 65 hectares of land between Eisenberg and Hettenleidelheim, featuring varied terrains and natural habitats.
The land belonged to the Bishopric of Worms during medieval times and supported a faience manufactory from 1778 to 1788 using local clay deposits.
The name Erdekaut stems from Palatine dialect, reflecting the region's extensive clay mining history that employed 800 workers at its height.
Visitors can reach the protected area via the A6 highway exit 18 at Wattenheim or take the Eistalbahn train line to Eisenberg station.
The former clay pits now serve as habitats for yellow-bellied toads, diverse dragonfly species, kingfishers, and Eurasian reed warblers.
Location: Hettenleidelheim
Location: Eisenberg
Inception: 1985
GPS coordinates: 49.54790,8.07456
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:21
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