Granitz on the Digitize Platform

Description & Map

Summary

Granitz Nature Reserve on Rügen protects ancient coastal forests and unique kettle bogs. As a core zone of the Biosphere Reserve Southeast Rügen, it allows nature to develop undisturbed, preserving vital habitats for diverse species.

Description

The Granitz Nature Reserve, a significant part of the Biosphere Reserve Southeast Rügen, is dedicated to safeguarding invaluable natural heritage on the island of Rügen. Its primary focus is the protection of distinctive coastal old-growth forests and their unique associated ecosystems, including numerous kettle bogs. These untouched landscapes serve as a vital sanctuary where natural processes unfold without human intervention, ensuring the long-term preservation of ecological integrity. This reserve acts as a crucial habitat for a wide array of plant and animal species that thrive in these mature forest and wetland environments. The ongoing rewetting of the kettle bogs further supports biodiversity and the natural development of these unique wetland features. Granitz represents a dedicated effort to allow nature to evolve freely, offering a glimpse into the pristine wilderness of Rügen's coastal areas and contributing significantly to the regional and European network of protected sites for birds and habitats.

General information

Location	Germany - Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Area	11.61km²
Year of foundation	1990
IUCN Category	IV
DtP ID	2b17685b-03cd-4c63-b523-d3bfbe355ca6

Gallery

Rügen, Schwarzer See im Naturschutzgebiet Granitz

Rules

Entry behavior

Entering off the beaten path is forbidden

Das Verlassen von Wegen ist an Stränden erlaubt, sofern nicht vor Ort durch besondere Kennzeichnung eingeschränkt.

Cycling activities

Cycling is only allowed on

Designated paths/places

Horse riding activities

Horse riding is only allowed on

Designated paths/places

Harnessed vehicles is only allowed on

Designated paths/places

Motorized activities

Motor vehicle is only allowed on

Designated paths/places

Gilt für das Fahren und Abstellen von Kraftfahrzeugen und Wohnmobilen.

Water activities

Watercrafts (without motor) is only allowed on

Designated paths/places

Das Befahren ist außerhalb betonnter Fahrrinnen verboten. Ausgenommen ist das Befahren der Having, der Kaming und des Zicker Sees mit Segel-, Paddel- und Ruderbooten bei Einhaltung eines Mindestabstandes von 100 m zum Ufer.