Ellergronn, Nature reserve and protected area in Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg.
The Ellergronn nature reserve extends over former mining grounds, featuring ponds, dry grasslands, and calcicole beech forests with numerous walking paths.
Established in 1988, this protected area encompasses the former Cockerill mine site, which represents the industrial mining heritage of the Luxembourg Minette region.
The nature center, housed in restored mining buildings, contains exhibitions about natural heritage and mining history, connecting visitors with local industrial traditions.
Visitors can access the center Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 17:00, with dedicated parking facilities and public transportation stops nearby.
The reserve combines industrial archaeological elements with natural habitats, supporting species like the crested newt and yellow water-lily in its ponds.
Location: Esch-sur-Alzette
Inception: March 19, 1988
GPS coordinates: 49.46984,5.97681
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:57
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