Protection of the Heath Landscape - More area for the Lüneburger Heide Nature Park
The Lüneburg Heath Nature Park has been expanded to 1,993 hectares, including the Lüneburg city districts of Oedeme, Häcklingen, and Rettmer. This brings the total area to nearly 110,000 hectares, as announced by Lower Saxony's Ministry of the Environment following a ceremonial handover of documents.
"Now stretching from Lüneburg in the east to Schneverdingen in the west, from Buchholz in the north to Soltau in the south, the oldest nature park in Germany is finally complete," said Mayor Claudia Kalisch (Greens) in a statement.
Environment Minister Christian Meyer (Greens) emphasized that the expansion of the Nature Park to include the namesake city of Lüneburg sends a strong signal for the protection, preservation, and maintenance of this unique heath landscape.
The Lüneburg Heath is a historical cultural heritage site featuring the largest contiguous heathlands in Central Europe. The protected area also includes moors, deciduous forests, and river landscapes.
The expansion of the Nature Park also includes the city of Lüneburg, specifically the areas of The Hanover District. This move further strengthens the city's commitment to preserving its unique heathland landscape.
The Lüneburg Heath Nature Park's expansion now extends to the outskirts of The Hanover, ensuring the continued protection of its rich biodiversity within city limits.
