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title: "Schnakenpohl"
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description: "A part of the European protected areaThe heath pond was included in the European protected area system \"Natura 2000\" due to its unique importance. This network protects valuable habitats and species throughout the EU, which gives the \"Schnakenpohl\" a high ecological value. Visitors here have the opportunity to experience a piece of untouched nature that is also internationally recognized.The oldest nature reserve in the districtThe \"Schnakenpohl\" has a special status not only because of its ecological importance. It has been designated as a nature reserve since 1936, making it the oldest protected area in the district. This long history as a protected area underlines its importance for nature and species conservation in the region.A rare biotope in GermanyAs a \"heath pond biotope\", the \"Schnakenpohl\" represents a naturally very rare habitat that is hard to find anywhere else in Germany. Anyone who has the opportunity to visit this place can experience a particularly valuable part of nature that has been preserved through the creation of the nature reserve.Visitors to the \"Schnakenpohl\" can look forward to a fascinating experience of nature and at the same time help to preserve this unique natural heritage."
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Schnakenpohl
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- Pond
- Lake

Holzbänke am beschaulichen Seeufer mit üppigem Grün und dichtem Wald im Hintergrund laden zum Verweilen ein.

Ein stiller Teich, umgeben von grünen Bäumen und Wiesen, mit ruhigen Spiegelungen im Wasser.

**A unique habitat**
The "Schnakenpohl" heath pond is a naturally formed body of water located in a picturesque heath sand area. This type of body of water, which is characterized by its nutrient-poor nature and near-natural aquatic plants and shoreline vegetation, is one of the rarest biotopes in Germany. The "Schnakenpohl" is therefore not only a scenic but also an ecological treasure.

**A part of the European protected area**
The heath pond was included in the European protected area system "Natura 2000" due to its unique importance. This network protects valuable habitats and species throughout the EU, which gives the "Schnakenpohl" a high ecological value. Visitors here have the opportunity to experience a piece of untouched nature that is also internationally recognized.

**The oldest nature reserve in the district**
The "Schnakenpohl" has a special status not only because of its ecological importance. It has been designated as a nature reserve since 1936, making it the oldest protected area in the district. This long history as a protected area underlines its importance for nature and species conservation in the region.

**A rare biotope in Germany**
As a "heath pond biotope", the "Schnakenpohl" represents a naturally very rare habitat that is hard to find anywhere else in Germany. Anyone who has the opportunity to visit this place can experience a particularly valuable part of nature that has been preserved through the creation of the nature reserve.

Visitors to the "Schnakenpohl" can look forward to a fascinating experience of nature and at the same time help to preserve this unique natural heritage.

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Openings

The site is accessible at all times.

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Other Furnishing/Equipment

- cool place

Directions & Parking facilities

Parking is possible along the road.

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License (master data)

Mühlenkreis Minden-Lübbecke

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Schnakenpohl

32369 Rahden