Revitalization of the Gemenc-Area, Baja, Hungary. 1. A Study on HydrologicalPossibilities to Revitalise the Ecosystem in the Keselyues-Area. 2. Towards the Restoration of the Gyueruesalj Floodplain

摘要

This publication is the result of two studies made in the framework of TEMPUS(Trans European Mobility Scheme for University Studies). Both studies concern the Gemenc-area,a floodplain of the Danube near the town of Baja in the South of Hungary. The water regime of the Danube has a main influence on the abiotic conditions of this area and therefore also a very important influence on its ecological development. Nowadays, the Gemenc is exposed to serious degradation mainly due to changes in the water regime of the Danube. The most harmful change is the lowering of the water levels of the river, caused by the regulation works. This process has resulted in desiccation in the area and degradation of the forest. The common goal of both studies is to find methods for restoration of the water regime on the floodplain for the benefit of the ecosystem.