Dornbusch und Schwedenhagener Ufer

Shrnutí

This nature reserve on Hiddensee protects a dynamic cliff coast and unique beach ridges. It safeguards geological formations, coastal processes, and specialized flora and fauna thriving in this exceptional natural landscape of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Popis

The Dornbusch und Schwedenhagener Ufer nature reserve, located on the northern and eastern shores of Hiddensee island in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, preserves a remarkable coastal landscape. This area is dedicated to protecting its dynamic cliff coast, particularly the Steilufer Hucke, and distinctive beach ridges along the Schwedenhagener Ufer. It safeguards significant geological formations, actively shaped by ongoing coastal processes like erosion and sedimentation. The reserve is crucial for maintaining the unique flora and fauna that have adapted to these challenging yet rich coastal habitats. As a natural monument, it holds considerable natural and cultural significance, offering insights into the natural evolution of the Baltic Sea coast and protecting its inherent biodiversity.