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Am Mähried bei Staden

Wetterau, Hessen  >  Germany

Nature reserve with grasslands and shallow pools in the floodplain of the river Nidda.

Added* by Matthias Beck
Most recent update 21 janúar 2025

Description

Am Mähried bei Staden is a nature reserve covering approximately 108 hectares. The reserve is characterized by its diverse landscapes, including meadows ('Käswiese'), pastures, shallow pools and reed beds. The river Nidda flows along the southern edge of the reserve, adding to its ecological richness. The area is managed to maintain its open meadow landscape through regular agricultural use, ensuring that ground-nesting birds and other wildlife can thrive undisturbed.

Due to the proximity to the Nidda, you can especially observe waterfowl and migratory birds. Among the birds you can encounter are Vepja, Hvítstorkur, Sönglævirki, Gultittlingur, Seftittlingur, Svölugleða, Hagaskvetta, Trjáspör and Turnfálki.

Details

Access

Am Mähried bei Staden is located just north of the town of Staden. There is a car park at the sports field in Staden. Press P on the map for directions. From the parking you can easily reach the area on foot. From the parking to the observation tower is a 1,3 km walk.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Agriculture , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes , City/village

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape , No shadow

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Paved road , Unpaved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

Staden has a beautiful old town with half-timbered houses and the old bridge "Seufzerbrücke". The area around Staden is easily accessible by bike or on foot.

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