Melzower Forst, Nature reserve in Oberuckersee, Brandenburg, Germany
Melzower Forst is a nature reserve in the Oberuckersee area of Brandenburg, Germany, made up mostly of old beech forest that grows with little human intervention. Scattered throughout the forest are small lakes, ponds, and boggy areas that break up the woodland and create a varied landscape.
Melzower Forst has been a protected area since 1 October 1990, when it was placed under nature protection. At 2,830.66 hectares it is the largest nature reserve in the Uckermark district of Brandenburg. It lies southeast of Blankenburg, part of the municipality of Oberuckersee, and belongs to the Schorfheide-Chorin Biosphere Reserve. The A 11 motorway cuts through the reserve.
The forest draws nature lovers who come to walk through a landscape that has changed little over time. The lakes and wet areas are popular spots for birdwatchers, who can observe species that are rarely seen elsewhere.
The area is best explored on foot along existing forest trails, and sturdy footwear is recommended because some sections pass through wet or boggy ground. Wildlife activity is highest in the warmer months, but the forest offers something to see in every season.
Despite its quiet appearance, the forest is home to otters, several bat species, and rare frogs, all of which depend on the water found in the lakes and wet areas inside the reserve. This mix of old trees and connected water bodies makes the area one of the more varied habitats in this part of Brandenburg.
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