Gaim, Nature reserve in Hanover and Sehnde, Germany.
Description
Gaim is a nature reserve spanning about 91 hectares across Hanover and Sehnde. The woodland is dominated by oak and hornbeam trees with a rich layer of herbaceous plants and wildflowers beneath them.
History
The forest at Gaim remained largely undisturbed by human activity due to its location in a periodically waterlogged depression. This protected state allowed the woodland to develop naturally over time.
Culture
The reserve functions as a Category IV protected area according to IUCN standards, focusing on habitat and species management.
Practical
Multiple forest paths allow visitors to explore different parts of the reserve on foot. The Hannover-Wülferode rest area sits at the woodland's edge near the A7 motorway and provides convenient access.
Did you know?
Approximately one quarter of the woodland is left completely unmanaged to serve as a research area for understanding how forests develop without human influence. These uncontrolled sections reveal natural forest processes that remain hidden elsewhere.
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