--- title: Lower Inn European Nature Preserve url: "https://www.quellenviertel.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/400512/lower-inn-european-nature-preserve.html" description: This stunning area at the heart of Europe showcases a natural habitat area that provides wildlife with rich food and habitat resources. date: 2026-06-19 modified: 2026-07-16 --- # Lower Inn European Nature Preserve Lower Inn European Nature Preserve ==================================== Mining, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/203874/47B8571DE3CB6BF4A0AFF8B880EF7D0FD111E49DAE88178C68A65DD866EA072F/sonnenuntergang-im-europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/203875/3400CA03EC568DC009165426664151F0F8BF2AFFBB99FF59DD91C069B6AE5263/biberbaeume-inn-02-2008-2-jpg.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/203876/2E308666B7010A6E7696AD1C195B98B0657689C988364F2E9423E97405AE75E1/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg) © Open copyright © Oberoesterreich_Tourismus_InnviertelTourismus_TomSon Close copyright [ ![Lower Inn European nature reserve in Mining: an idyllic lake landscape at sunset. The lake reflects the orange-red sky and the dark, wooded banks. A small island can be seen on one side. The calm surface of the lake creates a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203874/47B8571DE3CB6BF4A0AFF8B880EF7D0FD111E49DAE88178C68A65DD866EA072F/sonnenuntergang-im-europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg "© Oberoesterreich_Tourismus_InnviertelTourismus_TomSon") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203874/47B8571DE3CB6BF4A0AFF8B880EF7D0FD111E49DAE88178C68A65DD866EA072F/sonnenuntergang-im-europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeindeamt Mühlheim am Inn Close copyright [ ![Lower Inn European Nature Reserve in Mining: A fallen, mouldy tree trunk lies on the deserted shore of a lake. The trunk is surrounded by dry branches and bushes. The lake stretches calmly and smoothly into the distance.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203875/3400CA03EC568DC009165426664151F0F8BF2AFFBB99FF59DD91C069B6AE5263/biberbaeume-inn-02-2008-2-jpg.jpg "© Gemeindeamt Mühlheim am Inn") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203875/3400CA03EC568DC009165426664151F0F8BF2AFFBB99FF59DD91C069B6AE5263/biberbaeume-inn-02-2008-2-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Kirchdorf Close copyright [ ![Lower Inn European Nature Reserve in Mining: A peaceful lakeshore with green trees leaning over the water. A few swans swim in the lake. There is a small wooden jetty on the shore where boats are moored. An idyllic, peaceful landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203876/2E308666B7010A6E7696AD1C195B98B0657689C988364F2E9423E97405AE75E1/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg "© Gemeinde Kirchdorf") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203876/2E308666B7010A6E7696AD1C195B98B0657689C988364F2E9423E97405AE75E1/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg) © Open copyright © www.innviertel-tourismus/gaisboeck Close copyright [ ![Lower Inn European Nature Reserve in Mining: The meadow is dotted with small purple and pink flowers fluttering around two white butterflies. A colourful and lively floral landscape in a green setting.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203877/B5D8924ECBB19EE42B5C3610BC762627F247A7D542507CB3B60DC5A78CA0CCC9/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg "© www.innviertel-tourismus/gaisboeck") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203877/B5D8924ECBB19EE42B5C3610BC762627F247A7D542507CB3B60DC5A78CA0CCC9/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg) © Open copyright © Augustiner Chorherrenstift Reichersberg Close copyright [ ![Autumn bird migration in the Lower Inn European nature reserve](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203878/814A22A8F658831E72ECD8BC359354BD9B8881545EDD7C148A155A386B9BB0DB/herbstlicher-vogelzug-im-europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg "© Augustiner Chorherrenstift Reichersberg") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203878/814A22A8F658831E72ECD8BC359354BD9B8881545EDD7C148A155A386B9BB0DB/herbstlicher-vogelzug-im-europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg) © Open copyright © Innviertel-Tourismus | Andreas Mühlleitner Close copyright [ ![Lower Inn European Nature Reserve in Mining: a calm lake surface that reflects the sky and its dramatic cloud formations. The sun seems to be setting on the horizon, bathing the landscape in a warm, golden light. The picture conveys a peaceful and picturesque mood.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203879/927538DD890379B2936BBC23E5E22F4DE83343C09F96D475F1C7FD091CAA1607/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg "© Innviertel-Tourismus | Andreas Mühlleitner") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203879/927538DD890379B2936BBC23E5E22F4DE83343C09F96D475F1C7FD091CAA1607/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg) © Open copyright © www.innviertel-toursimus.at Close copyright [ ![European nature reserve Unterer Inn in Mining: A tranquil pond landscape with several swans on the water. A forest in autumn leaves stretches out in the background. The surface of the pond is as smooth as glass, reflecting the surroundings.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203880/C599A197A52E3B3070781AEA14B43220BB972CD2502B745FFAEEA8D54573B234/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg "© www.innviertel-toursimus.at") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203880/C599A197A52E3B3070781AEA14B43220BB972CD2502B745FFAEEA8D54573B234/europareservat-unterer-inn.jpg) © Open copyright © thomashawlikme.com Close copyright [ ![Lower Inn European Nature Reserve in Mining: A raised, wooden footpath leads through a marshy landscape. Tall grasses and bushes grow on both sides of the path, merging into a forest in the distance. The cloudy sky creates a cool, calm atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203881/5AE6DA74BDC0266C00DF1FA153E8D9BC117C7A760492FF8E24B6C665CAA389DA/europareservat-unterer-inn-bruecke-stift-reichersberg.jpg "© thomashawlikme.com") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203881/5AE6DA74BDC0266C00DF1FA153E8D9BC117C7A760492FF8E24B6C665CAA389DA/europareservat-unterer-inn-bruecke-stift-reichersberg.jpg) © Open copyright © C. Dieplinger Close copyright [ ![Appartement Christel in Obernberg am Inn: A tranquil lake landscape with gently curving banks, whose water surface reflects the surrounding trees and the clear sky. Small islands and reed beds can be seen in the foreground, while wooded hills frame the scenery in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/103681/2F2DF55AC78DA9BAB039C86880E98E982C212A9D112E2A90B5AF5AA09932D42E/europareservat.jpg "© C. Dieplinger") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/103681/2F2DF55AC78DA9BAB039C86880E98E982C212A9D112E2A90B5AF5AA09932D42E/europareservat.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Ering-Frauenstein 4962 Mining [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Ering-Frauenstein%2C%204962%20Mining "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Ering-Frauenstein%2C%204962%20Mining "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.288104633188169&lon=13.161706924438475&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) This stunning area at the heart of Europe showcases a natural habitat area that provides wildlife with rich food and habitat resources. Explore a place of wonder and discovery: Take in the area´s diverse mixture of gently rolling foothills, woodland and wetland, sprawling along the banks of the River Inn. This unique natural habitat area accommodates thousands of birds of passage on their way south. This outstanding area sprawls across our commune and has been awarded the "Lower Inn European Nature Preserve" by the European Council in 1979. It as a cross-border sanctuary of international significance - a unique natural habitat area for birds, amphibians, dragonflies, beavers and much more. [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Lower Inn European Nature Preserve** Ering-Frauenstein 4962 Mining Phone +49 8573 1360Show no. E-Mail [info@innviertel-tourismus.at](#mailto) Web [www.naturium-am-inn.eu/](https://www.naturium-am-inn.eu/ "New window") https://www.naturium-am-inn.eu/ --- **Contact person** Mrs Claudia Schmidt Frauenstein 4962 Mining Phone +49 8573 1360Show no. E-Mail [naturium@rottal-inn.de](#mailto) Web [www.naturium-am-inn.eu/](https://www.naturium-am-inn.eu/ "New window") --- **Legal contact information** Europareservat Unterer Inn Innwerkstraße 15 DE-94140 Ering naturium@rottal-inn.de https://www.naturium-am-inn.eu/ --- **We speak the following languages** German [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten) ------------------------------------------------ - always open (24/7) - Registration required [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **Payment methods** Cash payment [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - Suitable for groups - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for single travelers - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples - Suitable for children **Season**- Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter [ Accessibility ](#ttgCollapseBarrierefreiheit) ------------------------------------------------- Please get in touch for more information. 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