Streuobstwiesen von Darmstadt-Eberstadt/Prinzenberg und Eichwäldchen

The Streuobstwiesen conservation site spans across meadows with scattered fruit trees, creating an interconnected network of natural habitats near Darmstadt-Eberstadt.

Established as a Special Area of Conservation in January 2008, this orchard landscape represents centuries of agricultural practices in the Hesse region of Germany.

Traditional fruit tree cultivation methods continue in these orchards, where local farmers maintain high-stem varieties of apples, pears, and other regional fruits.

Visitors can access the conservation area through marked trails, offering opportunities for nature observation and seasonal fruit harvesting activities throughout the year.

The conservation area provides essential habitats for the wood-boring bee, Hesse's largest wild bee species, which depends on dead wood for nesting.

Location: Darmstadt

Inception: January 16, 2008

GPS coordinates: 49.83266,8.65817

Latest update: March 8, 2025 15:03