The "Ghost Forest" is a popular destination for nature lovers. It was declared a nature reserve in 1943. With a width of about 100 meters and a length of about 1,300 meters, it is part of the Nienhäger Holz forest area. Locals say the forest is "where the wind mows the grass," as the grasses bent by the sea breeze appear to be all the same length.
The oaks, beeches, hornbeams and ash trees are 90 to 170 years old. They are relatively far apart. Little or no shrubbery grows between them - plenty of room for light and shade. For decades, the salty, damp Baltic Sea wind and the many storms have shaped the appearance of the forest. The crowns and trunks that seem to flee from the wind are also called "wind fleeing".
The unusual and sometimes bizarre shapes of the trees create a mystical atmosphere, especially at dusk, when it is foggy and windy, and inevitably stimulate the imagination of visitors. Ghosts, spirits and mythical creatures seem to breathe life into the branches and twigs in a wondrous way.
The ghost forest is really special. You have to experience the atmosphere when you cycle through it. A beautiful piece of nature with a great view of the sea!
