Nordspitze Amrum auf der Insel Amrum im Kreis Südtondern

The Nordspitze Amrum extends over 713 hectares, featuring sand dunes, marshlands, and coastal habitats at the northern tip of Amrum Island.

The German authorities established this protected area in 1936, marking the beginning of environmental conservation efforts in the Schleswig-Holstein region.

This reserve represents a fundamental part of Amrum Island's identity, where locals maintain traditions of wildlife protection and maritime heritage.

Visitors can access designated hiking paths from Norddorf village, with specific restrictions during bird nesting seasons to protect local species.

The area contains a distinctive mixture of gravel beach formations and 24-meter-high dunes, providing nesting grounds for 700 pairs of seabirds.

Location: Norddorf

Inception: 1936

GPS coordinates: 54.69900,8.33897

Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:47