Ampermoos, Nature reserve in Kottgeisering, Germany
Ampermoos is a nature reserve spanning multiple municipalities and featuring wetlands, meadows, and habitats that support many plant and animal species. Gentle terrain variations create different conditions throughout the protected area, allowing various ecosystems to thrive side by side.
The German government officially designated this area as a protected nature reserve in 1982 to safeguard its ecological value. This protection reflected growing awareness about preserving wetland habitats in Bavaria.
Naturalists and environmental researchers frequent the area to study and document the interactions between local wildlife and the surrounding moorland habitats.
The area is accessible through a network of marked trails offering multiple entry points to different sections. Parking is available near Grafrath S-Bahn station and at nearby sports grounds for visitor convenience.
An observation tower shaped like a bird's head provides elevated views across the protected area. During winter, visitors can watch hen harriers hunting from this vantage point at dusk.
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