The "peatery" of Hanau's pond

It is located in a basin which catchs the rain and river waters.

The underground's sand stone gives a poorish sandy ground.

Climate is continental, which means cold in winter and dry in summer.

These particular conditions permitted this peatery to develop itself.

It shelters rare vegetals and animals species .

A one kilometer long footpath is marked with noticeboards for explanations details, so that one can understand easily the slow evolution of the peateries and its numerous interests.