Beijershamn, Bird sanctuary on Öland's west coast, Sweden
Beijershamn is a nature reserve on Öland's west coast featuring reedbeds, marshes, and coastal meadows. A pier extends about 2 kilometers into the Baltic Sea, connecting these varied habitats.
The area began as a failed harbor project in 1858 that transformed through natural sedimentation into wetland. This gradual change led to its protection as a nature reserve in 1943.
The reserve draws bird watchers and photographers who document the species that inhabit and pass through the site. Visitors come throughout the year to observe migration patterns and experience the different habitats that support this wildlife.
The site can be explored via three marked trails of varying lengths, equipped with observation towers along the way. Information boards positioned throughout help visitors understand the landscape and wildlife they encounter.
The region supports an exceptionally high concentration of butterfly species, making it a rare focal point for observing these insects. This abundance of butterflies is connected to the mix of habitats that converge in this location.
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