Riedensee, Protected area in Kühlungsborn, Germany
Riedensee is a protected coastal area along the Baltic Sea near Kühlungsborn. The shallow lake lies behind a natural sand barrier and supports wetlands and reed beds that line its shores.
The area took shape during the last ice age when meltwater accumulated in depressions left by glaciers. Afterward, saltwater interactions with the sea created the brackish conditions that define it today.
The reserve is where salty and fresh water mix, creating conditions where specialized plants thrive in ways found few other places. You can see how nature adapts to these unusual surroundings when you walk through the area.
The reserve is accessible by foot from nearby towns, with paths leading to the shoreline. Bring sturdy shoes, as the ground can be boggy and wet in certain areas.
The reserve contains a rare mix of salt and fresh water that supports plant species found in very few other places. This unusual environment also attracts uncommon bird species that nest here during breeding season.
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