Recultivation of the quarry in Klengen: Experience nature in a new way!

Recultivation of the quarry in Klengen: Experience nature in a new way!

At today's municipal council meeting in Klengen, an important project was on the agenda that will shape the environment and the future of the community. The status of the recultivation of the quarry was presented by Susanne Gräfin Kesselstatt from the Storz company and Michael Bliedtner from the Office for Raw Materials and Environment. It became clear that recultivation is not only an environmentally friendly concern, but also a measure to create new living spaces.

The objectives are ambitious and diverse. The plan is to create a stable mixed forest on around 8.3 hectares, while at the same time valuable rock faces are to be preserved. The recovery of productive soil for regional agriculture and the creation of local recreation and environmental education opportunities are also on the list. A nature trail and insect hotels are intended to promote contact with nature Black Forest messenger reported.

History of the quarry

The quarry, which was put into operation in 1958, has an eventful history. Over the years it underwent several expansions and was operated by Karl Riegger GmbH until 1999, before J. Friedrich Storz Baustoffe took over the business. Shell limestone was mined there until 2017 - a total of around six million cubic meters. However, due to a lack of expansion space, dismantling was stopped. Since then, the quarry has been used for the interim storage and processing of minerals.

The planning for the reclamation was launched in 2020 and received official approval in 2023. Around 800,000 cubic meters of backfill volume still needs to be managed, which is why the remaining duration of the project is estimated to be around ten to twelve years. The aim is to also realize commercial or residential developments on around 6.5 hectares of commercial space, such as Reko group notes.

Ecological benefits and collaboration

The ecological benefits of renaturation should not be underestimated. Loud Mayer gravel works Transformed areas promote biodiversity and provide new habitat for flora and fauna. In addition, the natural balance is restored and an important contribution is made to climate protection.

Recultivation is therefore not just a technical project, but a responsible task that is supported by close cooperation between the operators, the nature conservation association and local authorities. We are working together on the sustainable and successful implementation of all measures in order to preserve and shape Klengen for future generations.