Hjarbæk Fjord, Protected fjord in Viborg Municipality, Denmark.
Hjarbæk Fjord is a protected waterway in Viborg that receives water from four rivers, shaping its aquatic ecosystem. The body of water spans a broad area and is surrounded by coastal settlements.
A dam with sluices was built at Virksund in 1966, lowering the water's salinity until the sluices reopened in 1991. This intervention shaped the fjord's transformation over several decades.
The fjord area has been shaped by generations of fishing and seaweed harvesting, activities that remain visible in daily life today. These practices reflect the deep connection between local communities and the waterway.
The area offers various access points to explore the fjord, including a fishing harbor at Kvols. The nearby town of Hjarbæk has lodging and facilities for visitors.
The waters are home to otters, herons, bee-eaters, bats, and seals, making it a special place for wildlife watching. This animal life thrives in the protected area, where the habitat remains largely undisturbed.
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