Holmhällar, Nature reserve near Holms fishing village, Gotland, Sweden.
The nature reserve features remarkable rauk formations stretching along one kilometer of shoreline, reaching heights of five meters above the coastal landscape.
The establishment of Holmhällar as a protected area in 2008 marked a significant step in preserving the geological formations and fossil-rich reef limestone structures.
Regular guests maintain a strong connection to Holmhällar, with some families returning for more than fifty consecutive summers to experience its natural environment.
Visitors can explore the six-hectare reserve through designated walking paths while observing regulations that protect both the geological formations and local wildlife.
The limestone structures contain numerous fossils, including stromatoporoids, locally known as cat skulls or aitlar, along with preserved coral and sea lily specimens.
GPS coordinates: 56.93206,18.29493
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:48
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