Jennetal

The Jennetal nature reserve spans across 23 hectares on the northwestern section of Schönberg mountain, featuring dry soil conditions and specific plant adaptations.

The protected area was established in 1937 when Erwin Sumser initiated the preservation of 0.7 hectares, which he later sold to Baden-Württemberg in 1960.

The reserve contains the Sumser Garden section, which opens to visitors during orchid blooming season from mid-April through late June on weekends and holidays.

Volunteer nature conservation officers provide information to visitors and monitor compliance with regulations, including staying on marked paths and not removing plants.

The area harbors 33 breeding bird species and specialized plants including sessile oak, downy oak, service trees, and multiple orchid varieties in its core zone.

Location: Ebringen

Inception: 1937

GPS coordinates: 47.96228,7.78839

Latest update: March 11, 2025 15:57