Ohligser Heide

The reserve spans 147 hectares of varied terrain, featuring wet heathland, moor areas, swamp forests, natural streams, reed beds, and oak-birch woodlands.

Established in 1936 as a protected territory, the reserve received official nature conservation status in 1952 and underwent expansions in 1987 and 2004.

The land management incorporates traditional methods, with sheep and goats grazing the grounds since 2014 to maintain the natural balance of vegetation.

The reserve contains a network of marked walking paths stretching 2.3 miles with minimal elevation changes, making it suitable for visitors of all fitness levels.

The reserve houses rare species including the round-leaved sundew, lung gentian, and specialized dragonflies adapted to heathland and marsh environments.

Location: Solingen

Inception: 1936

GPS coordinates: 51.15870,6.97286

Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:16