The old tunnels in the Hunsrück make the region an important habitat for various species of bats. Here you'll find one of these tunnels, which can be lit outside of hibernation times so you can take a look inside.
Underground cavities are of great importance to our native bats. Of the 20 bat species recorded in Rhineland-Palatinate, 14 regularly use old tunnels, caves, or cellars.
Above, at the dream loop "Between the Forests" is an old slate mine. From the end of April to the end of September, it is illuminated, so that you can …