Landes de Gascogne Regional Nature Park
The Landes de Gascogne Regional Nature Park ( French Parc naturel régional des Landes de Gascogne ) is located in the French region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine in the Landes and Gironde departments . It extends from the Arcachon basin to the catchment area of the River Eyre .
scope
The nature park, founded in 1970, has an area of 315,300 hectares, which extends over 41 municipalities. The park administration is located in Belin-Béliet ( 44 ° 29 ′ 23 ″ N , 0 ° 47 ′ 26 ″ W, ).
The nature park includes the following areas:
- The pine forest of the "Landes"
only a small part of it came into being naturally. Especially in the coastal areas it was massively planted in the second half of the 19th century. - The valley of the river Eyre
On both sides of the river there is an important ecosystem , which is characterized by its wetlands . The course of the river is overgrown by deciduous trees, which form an impressive contrast to the neighboring pine forests. The river can be traveled by canoes . - The land at the Arcachon basin
The sea basin with its tides forms the mouth of the river Eyre. Many local birds and especially migratory birds find food and shelter here. The Le Teich bird park allows tourists to observe this unique fauna.
See also
Web links
- Information about the nature park (French)
Commons : Parc naturel régional des Landes de Gascogne - Collection of images, videos and audio files
