| The Northern and Western Meadows |
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The island's northern and western coastline, i. e. the stretch from Bøhløre via Bestholm, Skalmøre to Koffehavn and Mølodde by the causeway, are flat salt meadows protected by the regulations for beach preservation. No summerhouses can be build here and nothing can be altered.
The meadows are much too low for regular farming. This has created an almost timeless landscape width grazing cattle and wading birds. This also provides a refuge for wild flowers. Rarities such as orchids, marsh gentian and cat's foot grow here. And if you are very lucky you may even find insectivorous plants such as sundew, bladderwort and butterwort. But do not step on them. Those that walk these meadows after you should be able to experience these wonderful plants too. |