Schönerlinder Teiche, Protected natural area near Berlin, Germany
Schönerlinder Teiche is a nature reserve composed of several ponds, wetlands, meadows, and forest patches north of Berlin. The area provides different habitats for native plants and animals and is crossed by several walking trails.
The ponds were created in 1908 as part of Berlin's wastewater management system and were used for carp and duck farming for many decades. After these uses stopped in 1977, the basins transformed into a diverse habitat for wildlife and vegetation.
The name comes from the nearby village of Schönerlin, and the site has become a place where visitors experience nature firsthand through paths and observation points. The grounds attract bird watchers and nature enthusiasts who spend time here appreciating the diversity of wildlife and quiet surroundings.
The area is easily accessible by public transport and sits within walking distance of Mühlenbeck-Mönchmühle train station. Visitors will find a wooden observation tower from which the landscape can be surveyed.
The reserve is home to a herd of water buffaloes and Konik horses that graze freely on the grounds and help maintain the landscape. These animals are uncommon in the region and make visits to the place special.
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