European Protected Area Lower Steyr and Enns Valley

The Lower Steyr and Enns Valley European Protected Area extends around the city of Steyr. In addition to the extensive riparian forests along the Steyr River, which are also protected in the Untere Steyr and Unterhimmler Au nature reserves, parts of the Enns Valley are also integrated into the larger European Protected Area.

While the Enns is subject to heavy human intervention due to the impoundment areas of several power stations, the Steyr can still flow quite freely in this area. With its characteristic gravel banks, framed by willows, the Lower Steyr is a valuable green and recreational ...