Ramsar festival in Güssing: Experience and protect nature on Sunday!

Ramsar festival in Güssing: Experience and protect nature on Sunday!

Güssing, Österreich - on Sunday, July 13th, it gets colorful and alive on the Güssinger ponds, because the Ramsar-Fest invites all nature and families to a special experience a. Organized by the responsible nursing association, the festival offers an interesting program that conveys interesting facts about the importance of wetlands and at the same time should sensitize to the protection of these valuable habitats.

Already at 8:00 a.m. the day begins with a guided bird history hike that starts at the outdoor pool car park. Here the participants have the opportunity to get to know the native bird world better. The highlight of the festival begins at 11:00 a.m. in the winter ponds of the Pond Management Hoffmann. Not only is the physical well -being, but also musical entertainment is offered. With a selection of game specialties, the Güssinger hunters ensure the physical well -being of the guests - a real festival for all the senses!

wetlands in focus

But what exactly is the Ramsar Convention? This global agreement, which was launched in 1971, pursues the goal of sustainable wetlands and ensuring their protection. The contracting parties currently include 173 countries, including Germany since 1976. The measure should not only guarantee the preservation of habitats for water birds, but also ensure the holistic protection of biodiversity and ecosystem services. States are obliged to nominate at least one wetland as a "wetland area of international importance" and to maintain the ecosystem functions that are connected with it. BfN reports that the progress of the convention must be reported every three years.

The planned activities at the Ramsar Festival will be raised awareness of these topics and the beauty of the wetlands is experienced. The event offers a great way to learn more about these important habitats and get into conversation.

News from the castle restaurant

Another highlight in Güssing is the reopening of the Burgrestaurants "Pelikan" welcomes. The historical widow's wit of the building has been extensively renovated and now invites you to linger. The combination of traditional culinary delights and modern ambience promises both locals and visitors a pleasant experience.

Look forward to an entertaining and educational weekend in Güssing, in which the focus will be on the protection of our wetlands and the associated biodiversity! Come by and enjoy the offers of the Ramsar festival in full splendor!