Dummersdorfer shore

South of the Skandinavienkai, Dummersdorfer Ufer stretches for around five kilometres along the River Trave. This section of the riverbank has been protected as a nature reserve since 1958. Since 1991, the Dummersdorfer Feld has also formed part of the protected landscape.

The landscape is characterised by steep banks, hills, woodland and dry grassland. Its landforms developed during and after the Ice Ages. As the level of the Baltic Sea rose, salt water entered the glacial channel of the Trave and helped shape the high banks seen today.

Parts of the steep banks are covered by woodland. Extensive areas of dry grassland can be found around Stülper Huk, a peninsula extending into the River Trave. Plants found here include thyme, maiden pink and gentian.

Heath sheep are used to graze and maintain the dry grassland. With a little luck, you may spot the flock during your visit to Dummersdorfer Ufer. A narrow strip of beach runs along the foot of the steep bank.