WWF Nautical Chart Avis

The improved orientation on the water is intended to reduce DISTURBANCES in the protected bays, the Natura 2000 core zones, so that people and nature can use the species-rich Bodden waters in harmony.

- Coloured areas à information about the protected areas (including nature conservation areas and fish sanctuaries) appear.

Thus, Bodden users, e.g. anglers, sailors, kiters, rowers, paddlers or canoeists, can check on their smartphone or tablet at any time where they are currently located and whether they are inside or outside protected areas.

The argument of not knowing where the border is no longer counts! This makes it possible for everyone to easily comply with the "Voluntary Agreement on Nature Conservation, Water Sports and Fishing in the Greifswald Bodden and Strelasund" on the water.

In the "Fish" section you will find useful information on angling, including the way of life, fishing times, minimum sizes and closed seasons of the individual species.

Click on the red and orange zoning or colour-coded protected areas to learn more about nature and special regulations.

In the "Nature" section you will find a glossary with explanations of the protected areas, regulations and institutions.

- Orange and red areas à a short text and a crossed-out boat explain when you are allowed to navigate the area or not.

In addition, all FISHING and LAKES PROTECTION AREAS as well as WINTER STORAGE are shown on the map for anglers.

With the help of waypoints, you can easily navigate around the protected areas.

If fewer watercraft enter the core zones, the disturbance in the breeding and resting areas of waterbirds will be reduced.

At the same time, the protected zones within the Natura 2000 area are displayed.

- Minimum sizes and closed seasons of the fish species: During the closed season, a crossed-out fishhook appears next to the fish.

- If the boat passes a border of a restricted protected area, a note automatically appears on the map.