FFH areas in Naturpark Hohe Mark – Protect and experience nature

Im Naturpark Hohe Mark There are many special places that are home to rare animals, plants, and valuable habitats. Some of these areas are protected as FFH areas. "FFH" stands for Fauna-Flora-Habitat – meaning the protection of animals, plants, and their habitats.

What does that mean in concrete terms?

FFH areas are part of a Europe-wide initiative: Based on the Fauna-Flora-Habitat Directive, all EU member states work together to protect valuable habitats. Together they form the Natura 2000 network . Their goal: to preserve biodiversity in Europe for the long term.

Auch im Naturpark Hohe Mark These areas make an important contribution. For example, you will find:

• near-natural forests and quiet moorland areas
• species-rich meadows and heathlands
• Habitats for rare animal species such as bats or amphibians

Each FFH area protects precisely the nature that makes this place so special.

Experience nature – with consideration

The great thing is: FFH areas are not closed-off spaces. You can experience them – while hiking, cycling, or simply enjoying the scenery.

To ensure that this remains the case in the future, the following applies:

• Please stay on the paths.
• Be considerate of animals and plants
• Leave nature as you found it

Even minor disturbances can negatively impact sensitive habitats.

Together for nature

FFH areas demonstrate how nature conservation and experiencing nature can go hand in hand. They preserve the diversity of the landscape in the Naturpark Hohe Mark – and at the same time make them tangible for people.

In a nutshell

FFH areas in Naturpark Hohe Mark are special places where nature is protected and can be experienced at the same time – today and for future generations.