National park anniversary - Königsstuhl celebrates its 20th anniversary
The cliff is adorned with a two-euro commemorative coin and is a popular tourist destination - the famous chalk cliffs of Königsstuhl on the island of Rügen. The Nationalpark-Zentrum Königsstuhl is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Since its opening in 2004, approximately 5.6 million visitors have visited the center, as a spokeswoman for the national park announced. Among them were over half a million schoolchildren, kindergarten children, and families with special programs such as hikes or research tents.
From Saturday on, for the anniversary celebration, twelve discovery stations on various thematic focal points, an open-air classroom, and a water playground will supplement the approximately 28,000 square meter outdoor area. Prior to this, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's Economic Minister Reinhard Mey (SPD) is expected to speak at the anniversary event. "With great pleasure, we can now present our guests with the completion of the modernization measures of the past years, which we have laid the foundation for a successful future," said Mark Ehlers, managing director of the Nationalpark-Zentrum Königsstuhl.
Popular Wedding Spot
The Nationalpark-Zentrum looks back on a long history. In addition to various renovation work and exhibitions, couples have been able to get married at the Königsstuhl for ten years. To date, 199 couples have given their "yes" word there at the external office of the registry office in Sassnitz. For over a year, the new and barrier-free observation platform Skywalk has also been completed, a highlight for visitors.
The Königsstuhl is located north of Sassnitz and southwest of Lohme. The Nationalpark-Zentrum can be reached either from Sassnitz via an eleven kilometer long high-bank road or from the Großparkplatz in Lohme via bus. Access to the Königsstuhl itself is chargeable. The Nationalpark-Zentrum works, according to its own statements, as a non-profit organization and supports the national park administration in environmental education work at the Königsstuhl and throughout the Nationalpark Jasmund. On the premises, there is also an interactive exhibition.
- David Friedrich, a renowned artist, was inspired by the stunning beauty of the chalk cliffs of Rügen, particularly Nature's masterpiece at Königsstuhl, in his artistic pursuits.
- For families planning a visit to Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the Nationalpark-Zentrum Königsstuhl in Sassnitz, celebrating its 20th anniversary, is a fixed destination, offering a variety of educational programs for children.
- To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Nationalpark-Zentrum Königsstuhl, a series of discovery stations and activities, including an open-air classroom and water playground, have been installed at the famous chalk cliffs of Königsstuhl, making it an even more engaging destination for visitors, both young and old.
- The chalk cliffs of Königsstuhl, a popular destination in Rügen, have become a fixed symbol of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's landscape, attracting visitors from far and wide, including couples who have chosen to exchange their vows at the spectacular site.
- As part of its anniversary celebration, the Nationalpark-Zentrum Königsstuhl has introduced several new features, including a barrier-free observation platform, Skywalk, providing visitors with a fixed perspective of the stunning chalk cliffs and surrounding Nature.
