Lange Dammwiesen und Unteres Annatal, nature reserve in Brandenburg, Germany
Lange Dammwiesen und Unteres Annatal is a protected nature reserve near Strausberg with open meadows, woodland edges, and a gentle stream. The area displays varied landscape features: dry hillsides next to wet lowlands with reeds and different vegetation types in close proximity.
The area was shaped thousands of years ago by glacial processes that created the ridge formations. In the 20th century it experienced intensive use for railway construction and sand extraction before being placed under protection, allowing nature to gradually recover.
The name reflects the long ridge formations created by glacial deposits that shape the landscape today. Visitors can observe how grazing animals actively help maintain the open meadows, making land management visible and part of the daily character of the place.
Paths through the area are easy to walk and allow stops at water spots for wildlife observation. The terrain is flat to gently rolling, making it suitable for various fitness levels, though wet areas can become slippery after rain.
Rare plants like orchids that were long thought extinct have reappeared in the area after decades of protection measures. This shows how degraded habitats can regenerate when human disturbance decreases and local conservation groups work actively to support recovery.
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