Rotes Wasser von Olfen, Nature reserve in Odenwald, Germany
The Rotes Wasser von Olfen encompasses 12 hectares of wetlands with peat bogs, wet meadows, and dwarf shrub areas in the Hessian region.
The protected area received its official designation in 1973, following detailed biotope mapping that confirmed its ecological significance in the Odenwald landscape.
The name Rotes Wasser, meaning Red Water, originates from the iron-rich streams that flow through this natural space, creating a distinct coloration.
Visitors can explore the reserve through marked trails while staying on designated paths to protect the sensitive ecosystem and its endangered plant species.
The wetland supports carnivorous sundew plants, cotton grass, and specialized peat moss species that thrive in this nutrient-poor environment.
Location: Wald-Michelbach
Location: Oberzent
Inception: 1973
GPS coordinates: 49.60640,8.88687
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:55
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