A biosphere reserve at the edge of a metropolis.

Blick über die Hügel des Wienerwaldes auf Wien
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Welcome to the Wienerwald Biosphere Reserve

The Wienerwald was designated as a Biosphere Reserve in 2005 by UNESCO. This standing protects the great variety of natural and cultural elements that make this region so unique and valuable. Wide range of wooded hills alternates with vast meadows, pastures and fruit orchards as well as vineyards and dry grasslands - the products from centuries of cultivation by humans. Four Nature Parks and the Viennese Lainzer Tiergarten, an extensive game park, are among the 15 nature preserves in this region.

Traube vor Weinberg
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  • Biological and cultural diversity

  • Ecological, sustainable economic and social development of the region

  • Environmental education and research

BR Concept

BRs are ecosystems, recognized on the basis of uniform, internationally agreed criteria, where models of sustainable use of the biosphere are being developed, tested and implemented. Together with local partners and authorities, the states of Lower Austria and Vienna develope a model region for sustainability to address the challenges of the 21st century. Present and future generations can benefit from.