The Naturpark Jauerling-Wachau is a nature park located on the northwestern bank of the Danube in Lower Austria. The park extends from the bank of the Danube to the summit of Jauerling in the Waldviertel region. This location offers a diverse range of landscapes and natural beauty, making it a great destination for nature lovers.
Covering an area of 11,558 hectares, the Naturpark Jauerling-Wachau is characterized as a cultural landscape. The lower areas of the park are predominantly used for vineyards and fruit cultivation, while the higher areas are dedicated to forestry. This blend of agricultural and natural landscapes provides a unique and diverse environment for visitors to explore.
The Naturpark Jauerling-Wachau features a variety of natural spaces, including wet meadows, semi-dry grasslands, and extensive forest areas. These diverse habitats are home to a wide range of flora and fauna, offering visitors the opportunity to experience nature in its many forms.
The sunny slope areas above the Danube in the Naturpark Jauerling-Wachau are the habitat of the emerald lizard. Additionally, at the Jauerling summit, visitors can find a lookout tower offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Slightly north of the summit, there is a nature park house, providing further information about the park and its inhabitants.
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