Alter Flugplatz Karlsruhe

The 69-hectare protected area contains extensive grasslands, wetlands, and sparse woodlands that support numerous bird species and flowering plants.

The land served as a parade ground in the 18th century before becoming an airfield in 1925 and later functioning as a US military base until 1993.

Educational programs and exhibitions at the reserve teach visitors about biodiversity conservation and the importance of urban green spaces.

The nature reserve remains accessible for walking, cycling, and nature photography, with regular maintenance through mowing and grazing by donkeys.

The nutrient-poor soil has created specialized habitats in the northern Upper Rhine Plain, supporting rare plant species like the maiden pink.

Location: Karlsruhe

Inception: 2010

GPS coordinates: 49.02833,8.37917

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:54