Between forest and alp Tyrolean Lech Nature Park
Nature parks are protected areas that are home to a variety of interesting and rare animal and plant species. The Tyrolean Lech Nature Park is one of five nature parks in Tyrol and the only one which is not located in the high alpine area.
It extends from the Lech Valley over the entire nature park region of Reutte. The central element in the Tyrolean Lech Nature Park is, as the name suggests, the wild river Lech. In many places still untamed, the Lech is allowed to do what once every river could do: spread out to its heart's content, branch out and reunite. In the nature park, nature conservation and recreation are to be combined, there is to be research and educational opportunities.
Contact
Verein Naturpark Tiroler Lech
Klimm 2 | 6644 Elmen
+43 664 4168466
info@naturpark-tiroler-lech.at
the last wild one Nature Park Center
Nature exhibition “The last wild one” ("der letzte wilde")
With the nature exhibition “Der letzte Wilde”, embark on a journey along the river, past dry gravel banks, through fascinating riparian forests and steep side valleys. Discover unique animals and plants that find their last remaining habitats along the wild Lech. The exhibition invites visitors of all ages to discover, experience and understand the river as a precious and interconnected ecosystem that is worth protecting.
Other Highlights
Birdwatching tower
The impressive bird observation tower is 18 meters high and can be found in the Lech floodplains near Pflach.
A large number of breeding bird species found in Tyrol, including some rare marsh and water birds, can be observed in the Pflacher Au. The varied landscape with its numerous ponds and still waters is a small paradise for birdlife and offers hobby ornithologists numerous observation opportunities.
Lake Riedener See
Only a few meters away from the small village of Rieden in the Reutte Nature Park Region lies the idyllic Lake Riedener See in the forest.
There is a lot for nature lovers to discover here: for example, the Lake Riedener See is home to Bilek's Azurjungfer, an extremely rare dragonfly species. The lake is also very calm and clear, yet it does not freeze over in winter. The reason for this is underground springs that provide constant movement that is, however, hardly perceptible from above. The water of the Lake Riedener see is very calcareous. Because of all these characteristics, the small lake is also called a lime spring bog. A nature trail leads around Lake Riedener See and explains the numerous special features along the way.
Celtic Tree Circle
The Celtic tree circle in Vils consists of 22 tree species. The Celts assigned special characteristics to certain tree species, which can also be assigned to people.
Based on the date of birth of a person, one can see which tree species and thus which characteristics can be assigned to that person. Although these correlations have not been scientifically proven, it is still an entertaining activity.
Tip: With the Guest Aktiv Card, you can take part free of charge in the popular guided tours in the Tyrolean Lech Nature Park. Discover the tracks of alpine wildlife and the diverse world of herbs in the nature park!