Eichkogel nature reserve

To prevent the Eichkogel from becoming overgrown and to preserve this valuable habitat for rare plants and animals, the Eichkogel Committee carries out regular expert assessments. The committee comprises scientists, nature conservation experts, local councillors and committed members of the public.

Joint commitment to biodiversity

Keeping the areas open and limiting forest growth requires close cooperation between various institutions and partners:

  • Berg- und Naturwacht Mödling

  • Marktgemeinde Guntramsdorf

  • Stadtgemeinde Mödling

  • Schöffelverein

  • Bundesgymnasium Obere Bachgasse Mödling

  • Land Niederösterreich

  • Grazing by sheep as natural landscape managers

Tasks of the Mödling Mountain and Nature Watch

The Mödling Mountain and Nature Conservation Service has been looking after the area continuously since 1968. The work is carried out manually in accordance with the guidelines of the RU5 Nature Conservation Department across an area of 2.78 hectares. The tools used include brush cutters, chainsaws, scythe mowers, rakes, pitchforks and loppers.

The maintenance measures include

  • Mowing and pruning of trees and shrubs in the designated areas

  • Maintenance of signage in the nature reserve

  • Clearing and mowing of path areas

  • Regular emptying of waste bins

  • Monitoring and site inspection

Further information

Details of the work carried out by the Mountain and Nature Guard are available online at: www.bergwacht-moedling.com