Paderpedia

Paderpedia is an interactive online encyclopedia focused on Germany’s shortest river, the Pader, designed to digitally preserve and explore its cultural, historical, and ecological heritage. The platform combines scientific research with citizen participation, allowing local enthusiasts to contribute essays, historical maps, images, and multimedia content. Paderpedia’s citizen science approach enables the collaborative study of the river's past, making heritage research more transparent and accessible.
It includes resources like a 586-entry literature database, interactive learning units for students, and a 3D reconstruction of the Pader spring area. This initiative has raised awareness of the river’s history and ecology, especially among younger generations.