The stretch of land that once served as the border between East and West Germany has become a thriving habitat for many endangered species. This transformation is part of the "Green Belt," a conservation area that has emerged along the former border zone.

Environment Minister Carsten Schneider recently visited the Green Belt to observe its ecological significance firsthand. Deutsche Welle (DW) accompanied the minister during the visit, documenting the area's evolution from a former death zone into a biodiversity hotspot.

This development underscores the unexpected environmental benefits that can arise from historical geopolitical divisions, turning a once heavily fortified border into a sanctuary for wildlife.

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