FOREST

• the coastal forest is unique in Germany
• Pioneer in the development of indication-related healing forests and cure forests for rehabilitation and prevention
• Forests are important oxygen producers and carbon dioxide reservoirs

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is the only federal state in Germany that has several kilometres of coastal forests that directly line the beaches. Over 21% of the state's total area is covered by deciduous, coniferous and mixed forests. This considerable proportion of oxygen-rich forests contributes significantly to our state's mild stimulating climate and air that is low in allergens and pollutants. A walk in these extensive forests offers not only interesting and varied nature, but also recreation and peace for total relaxation and inner contemplation.

(534,962 ha of forest area in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, three national parks, five nature parks, three biosphere reserves, 400 nature conservation and landscape protection areas, 136 flora-fauna-habitat areas)

The forest with its special air and topographical features has been proven to have a comprehensive effect on human health. The Mecklenburg-Vorpommern spa association, with the support of the state, has been able to use the health resource forest in the spa and recreation resorts for prevention and rehabilitation in three projects and with the involvement of forestry, medicine, tourism and landscape architecture. In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, designated healing forests and cure forests are subject to extensive protection. Depending on the location and condition of the forest, a wide variety of diseases can be treated. Specially trained forest therapists offer guidance and support.

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