Long Rhön

The Long Rhön extends as a basalt plateau at approximately 800 meters elevation, featuring the Heidelstein peak reaching 926 meters above sea level.

The region underwent extensive deforestation throughout centuries until 1815, when systematic reforestation initiatives began to restore the natural landscape.

The area maintains traditional agricultural practices across 80 percent of its territory, preserving the connection between local communities and the land.

The nature reserve contains multiple access points and trails, enabling visitors to explore different sections of the mountain range throughout the year.

The reserve experiences 125 days of mist annually and receives 940 millimeters of precipitation, creating specific conditions for local flora and fauna.

Location: Hausen

Elevation above the sea: 926 m

Website: https://biosphaerenreservat-rhoen.de/mensch/tourismus-gastronomie-und-erholung/schaetze-der-rhoen/das-naturschutzgebiet-lange-rhoen

GPS coordinates: 50.45861,10.00667

Latest update: March 5, 2025 03:24