Jungferweiher, Protected area in Ulmen, Germany
Jungferweiher is a protected natural area near Ulmen featuring a large lake ringed by reed beds and wetland zones. The site provides habitat for numerous bird species and aquatic plants in a setting shaped by water management.
The site was created by damming Ulmener Bach in the early 20th century to serve as a drinking water reservoir. Before this transformation, the land had been used for fish farming and peat harvesting.
The circular trail features multiple points where visitors can access digital content about local traditions and natural heritage through their smartphones.
A flat circular walking path circles the entire lake and can be used by people with reduced mobility and families with young children. Information stations and viewing points are positioned around the route for visitors to observe wildlife and learn about the area.
An underground tunnel connects this lake to the nearby Ulmener Maar, allowing water to flow between the two lakes beneath the surface. This hidden infrastructure reveals how carefully water management was designed in this region.
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