Mausbachtal

The Mausbachtal is a nature reserve near Wipperfürth featuring limestone grasslands, fruit orchards, and damp valleys across 101 hectares. The landscape includes gentle slopes and small streams that shape the area's water flow and ecological character.

The reserve received official protection status in 2013 to maintain biodiversity and preserve sensitive ecosystems. This designation followed growing recognition of the area's ecological importance for rare species and habitats.

The reserve reflects how traditional farming methods keep the meadows open and diverse. Locals and conservationists work together to maintain these grasslands in a way that supports rare plant growth.

Marked trails guide visitors through the reserve on various routes suitable for casual walking. Staying on these paths protects the sensitive plants and animals that live throughout the area.

The limestone grasslands here harbor rare orchid species that grow only in these specialized habitats. These flowering plants are most visible in late spring and early summer, drawing nature observers and photographers to the area.