Niedersachsen is home to national parks, biosphere reserves and nature parks. UNESCO has also recognised the exceptional character of the Wadden Sea and the Elbe River Landscape, designating them as World Natural Heritage Sites.
These are the national natural landscapes in Niedersachsen.
The aim of extending protected status to these large landscapes is to strike a balance between protecting the local nature and ensuring visitors can still enjoy it. These areas provide a safe habitat for rare wildlife and plants to thrive undisturbed. As a visitor, you can discover the uniqueness of the local flora and fauna, explore the park or reserve actively by bike, or simply take in the beauty of the landscape.
From the Wadden Sea to the Harz Mountains, Niedersachsen’s scenic national natural landscapes are wonderfully diverse. Distinctive habitats such as moors, lakes, heathland and mountains are protected over wide areas across the region.
