Jasmund National Park

The chalk cliffs of Jasmund National Park have been protected since the 1920s, when the area was first designated as a nature reserve. It wasn't until 1990, however, that it was formally included in Germany's national park programme. While Jasmund is best known for its dramatic chalk cliffs – and in particular the famous Königsstuhl – it is also, with around 320,000 visitors per year, the most visited national park in Germany. The history of the area dates back to 1880, when a wooden barn was built to accommodate visitors who came to admire the cliffs. After a fire destroyed the original structure, it was rebuilt in stone as a hotel, which can still be found on Rügen today. The main car park is located approximately 3 kilometres from the Königsstuhl, which can be reached via a wheelchair-accessible path.

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Jasmund National Park

Parking is available at Hagen.