Regional development

Regional development – shaping the future together

The Föhrenberge Nature Park strengthens the region in a sustainable and long-term manner. Close cooperation with local authorities, businesses, producers and committed individuals fosters regional value creation, a sense of identity and sustainable prospects.

Many of the nature parks’ eco-social and sustainable projects help to improve the quality of life for local residents whilst safeguarding the region’s economic well-being. The nature park sees itself as a unifying network linking nature conservation, agriculture and forestry, tourism, business and culture.

Nature park products, well-maintained cultural landscapes, environmentally friendly tourism and joint projects demonstrate that this region thrives on and in harmony with its natural environment – responsibly, in partnership and in harmony with a landscape teeming with life.

Schäferin Christa Veits erzählt Kindern bei den Naturpark-Tagen von Ihrer Arbeit.
©LPV/F. Hohn

First ‘Naturpark’ producer at the Föhrenberge Nature Park: shepherdess Christa Veits

For over 25 years, Christa Veits has been a passionate shepherd and, through her nature-friendly grazing practices, makes a key contribution to the conservation of valuable dry grasslands and the promotion of biodiversity in the region. As the first ‘Naturpark’ producer in the Föhrenberge Nature Park, she combines successful landscape conservation with sustainable, organic products.

Further pillars of the nature park

  • Große Kuhschelle (Pulsatilla grandis)
    ©LPV/F. Hohn

    Protection

  • Zwei Wanderer genießen die frische Luft und die malerische Landschaft auf einem schmalen Pfad, umgeben von üppigem Grün und sanften Hügeln. Die warmen Sonnenstrahlen tauchen die Szenerie in ein goldenes Licht und laden dazu ein, die Ruhe der Natur zu erleben. Diese Pilgerwanderung verspricht nicht nur körperliche Ertüchtigung, sondern auch eine spirituelle Auszeit.
    ©© Mostviertel Tourismus/weinfranz.at

    Recreation

  • Kinder liegen in der Wiese und versuchen ein Tier darzustellen
    ©LPV/F. Litzelmann

    Education