Ohligser Heide, Nature reserve in Solingen, Germany

Ohligser Heide is a nature reserve in Solingen featuring a mix of wet heathland, moor areas, swamp forests, natural streams, reed beds, and oak-birch woodlands across rolling terrain. The varied landscape supports different plant and animal communities throughout the grounds.

Most of the Ohligser Heide was placed under legally binding nature protection in 1952. The protection status was carried forward in the landscape plans drawn up by the city of Solingen, most recently in 2004. Since Pentecost 2014, sheep and goats have grazed the area to maintain the species-rich heath.

Since Pentecost 2014, sheep and goats have grazed the Ohligser Heide to keep the heathland open and preserve its species. The animals belong to a conservation grazing scheme rather than a farm, so visitors may meet them on the marked paths. The Engelsberger Hof, an old estate at the northern edge, has operated as an excursion restaurant and park since the early 20th century.

The reserve has a network of clearly marked walking paths that are easy to follow throughout the grounds. The gentle terrain makes it accessible for visitors of different fitness levels without requiring special equipment or climbing.

The reserve is bordered on the west by the A3 motorway, where a rest area also bears the name "Ohligser Heide". The northern boundary is formed by the Rhein-Ruhr S-Bahn line (S1), and the Solingen forest cemetery lies at the eastern edge.