Dünenheide auf der Insel Hiddensee

The nature reserve extends over 75 hectares of coastal land, featuring dunes that rise up to five meters high along the western section of the island.

The area underwent substantial changes when coastal protection forests were planted in 1906, followed by the establishment of a holiday village in the southern part.

The land served as sheep pastures for centuries due to its low soil productivity, with residents using the heath humus for construction and animal bedding.

The nature reserve remains accessible through a network of designated paths, allowing visitors to observe the diverse flora while maintaining ecological protection measures.

This location contains the last large coastal heath along the German Baltic Sea coast, hosting rare plant species including the North American Jack Pine.

Location: Insel Hiddensee

Location: Küstengewässer einschließlich Anteil am Festlandsockel

Inception: 1967

GPS coordinates: 54.54470,13.10480

Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:10