Kleiner Krebssee

Nature Reserve

Description & Map

Summary

Kleiner Krebssee, a nature reserve in Usedom Nature Park, formed in a glacier basin. Once a clearwater lake, it now shows signs of eutrophication. Observe its natural setting from the western forest path.

Description

The Kleiner Krebssee nature reserve is located within the Usedom Island Nature Park, southwest of Bansin. This unique lake occupies a glacier tongue basin, nestled within the push moraine ridge stretching between Bansin and Benz, showcasing the region's glacial past. Historically, it was a nutrient-poor clearwater lake, a valuable habitat type. Unfortunately, past wastewater input and fish production have led to eutrophication, altering its original character. Despite these changes, the area remains a significant protected landscape. Visitors can experience the natural setting and observe the lake's environment from a dedicated forest path along its western edge, providing insights into this dynamic ecosystem.

General information

Location Germany - Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Area 46.40ha
Year of foundation 1996
IUCN Category IV
DtP ID 92b5d171-0d4e-4bc3-a099-8374443c2bbd

Responsible organizations

Name and division Landesamt für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Geologie Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Website https://www.lung.mv-regierung.de/
Address
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Goldberger Straße 12b
18273 Güstrow
Germany

Gallery

Lake Kleiner Krebssee on Usedom, viewed from Alt Sallenthin

Rules

Entry behavior

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Entering the area is only allowed on

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Water activities

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Watercrafts (without motor) is forbidden

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Watercrafts motorized is forbidden

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Water sports with swimming aids is forbidden

Stay activities

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Camping is forbidden

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Camping/Bivouac is forbidden

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Camping (vehicle/trailer) is forbidden

Air activities

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Air sport (starting and landing) is forbidden

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Drones/model planes is forbidden

General behavior

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Fire is forbidden

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Dogs with leash is allowed

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Collecting plants is forbidden

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Feeding animals is forbidden

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Fishing is forbidden

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Swimming is only allowed on

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only at the designated swimming area

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Photographing/filming is forbidden

it is prohibited to hunt animals or damage their nests or other breeding or living places

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Noise (tape recorders, players) is forbidden

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