The transformation of mountain meadows in the valley of Vesser
© Christina Sittig-Schubert
© Elodie Vittu
© Sonia Fernandes
© Elodie Vittu
© Martin Šálek
Project information
submitted by
Sonia Fiona Fernandes
Mentors
Nicolas Goez,
Britta Trostorff
Faculty:
Architecture and Urbanism
Degree programme:
European Urban Studies (english) (Master of Science (M.Sc.))
Type of project presentation
Exhibition
Semester
Winter semester 2023/24
- Goetheplatz 8 - Hauptpost, Eingang Schwanseestraße
- Goetheplatz 8 - Hauptpost, Eingang Schwanseestraße
Available during summaery opening hours
Links
https://www.uni-weimar.de/de/arc…
https://www.uni-weimar.de/de/arc…
https://www.uni-weimar.de/de/arc…
Contributors:
Naturstiftung David
Biosphaerenreservat Thueringer Wald
Project description
The mountain meadows of the Thuringian Forest, known for their rich biodiversity, need a comprehensive plan to address the challenges of management and conservation. As traditional uses of these meadows have declined, alternative methods must be explored. One option is community-led practices that can sustainably support the local ecosystem.
Results and Further Research
1. Community engagement: actively involving villagers in decision-making.
2. Youth participation: providing manual support for meadow management.
3. Financing and incentives: balancing economic interests with environmental sustainability.
4. Ecotourism: encouraging tourism and awareness-raising activities.
‘The preservation of valuable mountain meadows requires many players: nature conservation authorities, agricultural administrations, landowners and managers, and volunteers.’
- Interview partners from the UNESCO Thuringian Forest Biosphere Reserve Administration