Tote Täler, Protected area in Balgstädt, Germany
The Tote Täler encompasses valleys with meadows, woodlands, and rolling hills between the towns of Balgstädt, Naumburg, and Freyburg, covering diverse natural habitats.
Hungarian troops invaded the valley in 933 during King Heinrich I's reign, leading to conflicts that influenced the area's name, meaning Dead Valleys.
The nature reserve features 25 different orchid species, including purple orchis and military orchis, which draw researchers and nature enthusiasts throughout spring.
Visitors can access the area through multiple starting points in Grössnitz, Großwilsdorf, or Nissmitz, with designated parking spots and trail maps available.
Wild horses and goats maintain the grasslands through natural grazing, contributing to the preservation of the rare orchid populations in the protected environment.
Location: Balgstädt
Location: Naumburg
Location: Freyburg
Inception: 1995
GPS coordinates: 51.19320,11.74260
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:50
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