The most hidden treasures: castles in the Biosphere Reserve Bliesgau!

The most hidden treasures: castles in the Biosphere Reserve Bliesgau!

In Saarland, the smallest castle in the country, the Merburg, is presented in a new travel and leisure guide. The guide, written by Markus Dawo, recently received attention because the tourism portal “Reisere reporter” is one of the 20 most beautiful castles and castles in southern Germany. According to Sol.de is the Merburg in Homburg-Kirrberg and was built in the 10th century as a fleet. Historical traditions show that it served in the 11th century to protect an important road to Landstuhl.

The Merburg is a picturesque 12 meters above the water level of the Lambsbach. Remains of the old castle wall and the mountain fried are still visible and invite you to explore. In Dawo’s guide, Merburg is recommended as a “hidden sight”. The book price amounts to 24 euros and is available online.

Biosphere reserve Bliesgau

The Biosphere Reserve Bliesgau, in which the Merburg is located, offers its visitors a variety of natural treasures. It includes a varied landscape of orchards, dry grass, beech forests and floodplain landscapes, all of which are crossed by the bleed. How Biosphere Bliesgau offer guided tours in the reserve the opportunity to discover the rich flora and fauna. In addition, cultural events are regularly organized that enrich the experience for visitors and locals.

The UNESCO program "Man and the Biosphere" plays an important role in the development of this reserve. Founded in 1971, the goal is to promote sustainable human-environmental relationships. The Bliesgau reserve is part of a global network of over 740 UNESCO biosphere reserves. These reserves serve as model regions for innovative approaches to sustainable development and integrate ecological, economic, social and cultural dimensions.

Integration and local added value

A central concern of the UNESCO initiative is the integration of the local population. Dies fördert nicht nur das Verständnis für umweltbewusste Praktiken, sondern trägt auch zur regionalen Wertschöpfung bei. The harmonization between human use and natural cycles is essential for the long -term development of these special areas.

The Merburg and the Bliesgau biosphere reserve not only offer an insight into the history of the region, but also present the efforts to be a sustainable future. Visitors have the opportunity not only to explore historical sights, but also actively participate in the preservation of the natural beauty and diversity of the landscape.