Discovery tour to the Zerrenthin meadows

Meeting point: 10:30 am, south of the poplar grove at Düwelsdamm, the gravel path between Zerrenthin and Koblentz: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8RVh9z4u3ueBLSfx8
Excursion guides: Philipp Schroeder, Winfried Krämer
Duration: approx. 2.5 hours

The Zerrenthiner Wiesen between Krugsdorf, Koblentz, Zerrenthin and Breitenstein is by far the largest of the five inland salt marshes found in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The salt content in the moor is so high in places that salt was still being extracted up until the 18th century. Far away from imperial baths and groynes, the rising, salty deep water here in the inland leads to the occurrence of salt-tolerant plant species (halophytes), such as beach aster, beach trident, beach milkwort, salt bunge or common saltbush - all species that have their origin in maritime ecosystems.

In addition, the moor grassland used as meadow and pasture is an important migration and resting place for numerous waders (limicoles), such as the golden plover, whimbrel, ruff, curlew and lapwing. The Zerrenthin meadows were once attractive breeding grounds for the latter. The aim is to improve their attractiveness as a breeding area in the future by voluntarily adapting their use.

There is no participation fee. However, donations are very welcome. Sturdy footwear is required! Insect allergy sufferers can only take part if they bring an allergy emergency kit! The foundation accepts no liability for any damage caused during the hikes. Your participation is at your own risk.