Rules for visitors

Why are the rules necessary?

The national park protects particularly rare and valuable habitats with their flora and fauna. Visitors who observe a few simple rules support their protection and ensure that our grandchildren and great-grandchildren can also experience this unique nature. For example, even brief or one-off disturbances have a serious impact on bird breeding sites. Many species need absolute freedom from disturbance. That is why the realm of animals and plants begins off the beaten track.

Thank you for your consideration

The shy fallow deer does not like disturbances and can be observed quietly from the path.
The shy fallow deer does not like disturbances and can be observed quietly from the path.

The chalk coast is also a habitat for rare animals and plants. In the realm of the peregrine falcon, any disturbance has ...
The chalk coast is also a habitat for rare animals and plants. In the realm of the peregrine falcon, any disturbance has fatal consequences.

Attention! Nature AND people are endangered here. The cavities under the tree roots cannot be seen from above. ...
Attention! Nature AND people are endangered here. The cavities under the tree roots cannot be seen from above. Therefore, stay on the path and keep your distance.

seltenen Pflanze, blühender Frauenschuh im Nationalpark Jasmund — Rare plants, mosses and fungi react sensitively to trampling damage. For this reason, the path requirement also applies ...
Rare plants, mosses and fungi react sensitively to trampling damage. For this reason, the path requirement also applies to lady's slipper and co.

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At one glance	The most important rules
	Landslides or rockfalls can occur on the cliff.
	There is always a danger of cliff collapses. Particularly heavy precipitation or the onset of thaw in spring cause such break-offs.
	Danger of falling! Always keep a safe distance from the cliff edge!
	In the core zones there is an absolute ban on paths. The following applies everywhere: the best way to walk and cycle is on the paths. The realm of the animals begins off the paths. Routes in the National Park
	Nothing to carry out. Do not take away or damage plants and mushrooms!
	Do not disturb animals! If animals are sighted, they can be observed from a distance.
	Don't make noise! If you keep quiet, you have a good chance of surprising animal observations.
	No Camping. Sleeping outside campsites and permanent buildings is prohibited. Use places outside the national park.
	Drones not allowed. In the national park, as in all nature reserves, there is a general ban on flying drones. They disturb animals and other visitors. More here Photographing and filming
	True to the principle "Don't bring anything in - don't take anything out", always take your rubbish home with you!
	Dogs must be kept on a leash, so wild animals are not disturbed.
	Do not light fires! Fires pose a great risk.
	Warning, nature also means danger! Branches can fall and trees topple or roots can become tripping hazards. Therefore: Keep your eyes open and avoid the forest in strong winds.