Entering off the beaten path is forbidden.
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Summary
Freienholz (Kriegholz) Nature Reserve protects an old, structurally rich deciduous forest with boggy sections. It preserves this valuable natural habitat, allowing it to develop undisturbed for diverse species.
Description
The Freienholz (Kriegholz) Nature Reserve safeguards a magnificent landscape featuring an old, structurally diverse deciduous forest. The primary focus is on preserving the natural forest development, including its moist and boggy areas, which are crucial for a rich biodiversity. This forest has been protected since 1957, allowing it to evolve largely untouched and creating an ecologically invaluable habitat. A specific section, the Kriegholz Natural Forest Reserve, is dedicated to the scientific study of natural forest processes. Visitors can observe the protected areas from a designated hiking path, experiencing its pristine natural beauty.
General information
| Location | Germany - Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - Landkreis Rostock |
| Area | 59.46ha |
| Year of foundation | 1957 |
| IUCN Category | IV |
| DtP ID | c294c233-c24d-48a6-8ae4-cfe635cd42ad |
Responsible organizations
| Name and division |
Landesamt für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Geologie Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
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| Website | https://www.lung.mv-regierung.de/ |
| Address |
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Goldberger Straße 12b
18273 Güstrow Germany |
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Rules
Entry behavior
Water activities
Non-motorized watercraft are only allowed on public waters.
Wasserfahrzeuge sind nur erlaubt auf Wasserstraßen
Motorized watercraft are only allowed on public waters.
Wasserfahrzeuge sind nur erlaubt auf Wasserstraßen
Stay activities
Camping is forbidden.
Camping and bivouacking is forbidden.
General behavior
Collecting plants is forbidden.
Legal documents
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Anordnung Nr. 1 über Naturschutzgebiete
March 30, 1961