Cranes on a hint: Protective measures for the golden aue start now!

Cranes on a hint: Protective measures for the golden aue start now!

In the next few weeks, the Golden Aue will become an important resting place for cranes who are on their long flight to the south. Up to 40,000 of these majestic birds are stopped here to regenerate their strength for the further trip. The Kelbra reservoir and the adjacent fields offer the ideal environment so that the cranes can rest in peace.

In order to protect this valuable habitat, the authorities of the Nordhausen district, together with the neighboring district of Mansfeld-Südharz, have taken an important step. They have issued a general order that comes into force from October and regulates the necessary protective measures for the cranes. This decision is banned by the end of December, the area in the Golden Aue, which is bordered by the railway line in the east, the local border in the east, the local connecting path between AULEBEN and Kelbra in the south as well as the state road L2079.

important exceptions and notes

Excluded by the banks of the entrance are some specific areas, such as the Görsbach train station, the built -up location of the municipality of Aulleben and the Aumühle. Owners and beneficiaries of the site can also continue to receive access. Agricultural work is also possible, but it is strongly recommended that you bring dogs with you, as they can significantly stress the cranes. The sensitivity of these birds compared to disorders requires a lot of consideration.

For nature lovers who still want to experience the impressive spectacle of the cranes, there are some recommendations. The Lower Nature Conservation Authority advises to observe the hustle and bustle of the birds only from a distance. Bird observation stations on the reservoir are ideal for this. The signposted paths should not be left on hikes and loud noises should be avoided. So the important habitat of the cranes remains protected and the animals can rest in peace.

If you are interested in a guided tour, you have the opportunity to take part in the crane hikes in the Kyffhäuser Nature Park. There, interested parties can learn more about the way of life and the pull of the cranes under expert guidance. The current sales channels as well as the dates for the guided hikes can be found on the website of the nature park, www.naturpark-kyffhaeuser.de .

summarized for the coming months. The protection of your rest area in the Golden Aue is of great importance, not only for the animals themselves, but also for the ecological balance of the region. The issued measures of the two counties are a step in the right direction to ensure that these majestic birds can rest undisturbed and are therefore well prepared for their further trip. Information about the protective measures and the observation options can also be found on www.nnz-online.de .