Haff Réimech Nature Reserve

The Haff Réimech nature reserve, located in the heart of the Luxembourg Moselle valley near Remerschen, is one of the Grand Duchy's most significant wetlands. Emerging from former gravel pits, the area has evolved into a mosaic of over 30 ponds, reed beds, and wet meadows. It serves as a critical sanctuary for numerous endangered bird species and provides well-suited conditions for migratory birds on their journey. Biodiversity is exceptionally high here, with rare amphibians and insect species thriving in the shallow water margins. Visitors can explore nature on a well-developed educational trail that provides insights into the area's complex ecosystems. The adjacent Biodiversum visitor center serves as an architecturally striking hub, imparting knowledge about nature conservation and regional flora and fauna. Haff Réimech embodies the successful restoration of an industrial landscape into an ecological jewel that promotes both recreation and environmental education.

Nearby cities

Esch-sur-Alzette

The second largest city in Luxembourg is located in the southwest of the country.

Dudelange

Dudelange is located in the far south of the country, right on the border with France.

Kirchberg Financial District

The Kirchberg district is the economic heart of Luxembourg and one of the world's most important financial centers.

Schifflange

Schifflange is located in the canton of Esch-sur-Alzette and is a classic industrial municipality.

Walferdange

Walferdange is located north of the capital in the Alzette valley.

Bettembourg

Bettembourg is an important municipality in southern Luxembourg.

Strassen

Strassen is a wealthy municipality directly west of the capital.

Bertrange

Bertrange is a suburban municipality west of the capital.

Grevenmacher

Grevenmacher is located on the Moselle river in the east of the country.

Mamer

Mamer is located west of Luxembourg City and is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in the country.

Kayl

Kayl is located in southern Luxembourg in the canton of Esch-sur-Alzette.

Rumelange

Rumelange is located in the far south of Luxembourg on the French border.

Schiplange

Schiplange is a village in the south of Luxembourg.

Mondercange

Mondercange is located in the southwest of the country and is a rapidly growing residential municipality.

Mondorf-les-Bains

Mondorf-les-Bains is a famous spa town in southeastern Luxembourg.

History & landmarks

Luxembourg City Hall

The neoclassical administrative building on Place Guillaume II is the hub of the capital's local government.

Schengen

The symbol of a borderless Europe, located at the border triangle on the beautiful Moselle river.

Nature

Remerschen Lakes

These lakes formed by gravel extraction near Remerschen are now an important nature reserve and leisure center.

Grouf Nature Reserve

Located near Schengen, this area encompasses steep limestone slope beech forests.

Stromberg Nature Reserve (Schengen)

This cross-border protected area near Schengen hosts rare calcareous grasslands and orchids.

Stromberg Nature Reserve

Located south of Schengen on the French border, this area protects limestone rocks and deciduous forests.

Scheierbierg Nature Reserve (Wellenstein)

This reserve near Wellenstein protects species-rich calcareous grasslands and hedge landscapes.

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Scheierbierg Nature Reserve

This reserve near Wellenstein protects valuable dry grasslands on shell limestone.

Hopelslay Nature Reserve (Remich)

This reserve near Remich protects valuable limestone rocks and dry grasslands.

Gander River

The Gander is a 22-kilometer-long tributary of the Moselle, partly forming the border between Luxembourg and France.

More places

Biodiversum Remerschen

Biodiversum is a futuristic nature conservation center on an artificial peninsula in Remerschen.

Moselle Valley

The Moselle Valley forms the natural border between Luxembourg and Germany.

Jongenbësch Forest Reserve

This forest near Bech-Kleinmacher hosts remarkable stands of oak and hornbeam on calcareous soil.

Jongenbësch at Bech-Kleinmacher

This forest protection area in eastern Luxembourg preserves valuable oak-hornbeam forests.