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Description
The Scharpenacken area is characterized by diverse, small landscape structures and large open spaces, which, as part of the Wuppertal southern heights, offer wide views. The Scharpenacken is about 60% forested, the rest of the area is open land. The area is a protected landscape and is home to several valuable biotopes, including the Schmalenhofer Bach, a near-natural low mountain stream, pastures, ponds and hedges. Since the area was used by the military for a long time, the forest has hardly been managed and contains a lot of dead wood, which attracts many birds. Among the birds you can encounter are metsäkirvinen, tammitikka, käpytikka, vihertikka, palokärki, lehtopöllö, hiirihaukka, leppälintu and pähkinänakkeli.
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Access
Scharpenacken is located 3 km southeast of Wuppertal. From Wuppertal City Center: Drive east via the L418 and take the exit towards Scharpenacker Weg. Follow the signs to the parking areas or press P on the map for directions. Public Transport: Take bus line 620 or 630 from Wuppertal Hauptbahnhof (main train station) to the stop “Scharpenacker Weg.” From there, it’s a short walk to the main entrance of the area. There are several trails to explore the area.