CAMP MAND ISLAND
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17.08.2020 — 31.08.2020
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The aim is to conserve, protect and strengthen the natural and cultural-historical values of the area and support a sustainable development, which can be beneficial for guests, local development and the local population.The island of MandE (8 km2) is located in the middle of the Wadden Sea in Denmark and the highest point (the dunes) is 12 m above the sea. It is a unique island with 30 local inhabitants and some tourists, mainly day-trippers, during summer, autumn and spring. There are no bridges or ferries to the island, instead, you can drive by bicycle, car or tractor two times a day, when the tide is right. People on MandE are very active. They live in the village of MandE and have organized themselves into local associations which aim for protecting the natural and cultural values of the island of MandE as well securing workplaces, setting up local events and activities for the local population, visitors and tourists. On the island of MandE, you will find a cafE, a bed and amp; breakfast, a (small) camping site, an inn, a small hostel, some summer bungalows, a few farms, a church, a museum, a small grocery and open, friendly people, who are used to do things together and help each other. You can walk around the island in 1,5-2 hours.
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The Wadden Sea National Park was established in 2010 and is Denmarks biggest national park.
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