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Millesviks skärgård, Naturreservat
- Nature reserve
- County: Värmlands län
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Description
Along the southwestern coast of Värmlandsnäs there are almost 200 islands, islets and skerries that together form the Millesvik archipelago.
A very large part of the islands' surface consists of rocky ground with more or less lichen growth. Lean rocky pine forest grows on many of the islands. In general, the islands of the archipelago rise insignificantly above the surface of Lake Vänern.
The reserve was established to preserve some of the archipelago's environments, primarily with regard to the scientific, but also the landscape aesthetic and cultural-historical values. The purpose is also, insofar as it does not conflict with conservation interests, to ensure public outdoor recreation. The area is part of the EU's network of valuable nature, Natura 2000.
There are a total of seven burial cairns or cairn-like rock formations within the reserve.
Animals and plants
The bird life in the area is of considerable interest. The presence of marine species is significant. Among others, graylag goose, common scoter, oystercatcher, herring gull and common tern nest in the reserve. The common guillemot nests and can be seen diving for fish on the bays. Of birds of prey, osprey and lark falcon are characteristic birds in the archipelago.
On the 60-hectare Bärön island, there are elements of rarer plants such as horsetail and musk madder. Rarer species of fungi have also been found on the island.
Activities And Facilities
- Nature reserve
Facts
Established: 1980
Size: approx. 8 000 hectares of which land area approx. 250 hectares
Landowner: Private
Manager: County Administrative Board of Värmland
Directions
Location: Värmlands län, Säffle municipality, immediately southwest of Värmlandsnäs about 20 km south of Säffle. The area can only be reached by boat. Mooring rings are available at the most frequented natural harbors.
Regulations
It is prohibited to:
- damage any fixed natural object or surface formation
- put up a picture, poster, notice, inscription or similar
- digging up plants
- breaking branches, felling or otherwise damaging living or dead trees and shrubs,
- disturbing wildlife, e.g. by close-up photography or permanent residence near a nesting site,
- bring an unleashed dog or other stray pet on land
- make an open fire other than in a specially prepared place (designated by the reserve manager). However, barbecues and outdoor kitchens may be used elsewhere. Note that in special weather conditions, a total fire ban may be temporarily issued by the county administrative board.
- drive a motorized vehicle on the islands,
- camping for more than two (2) consecutive days in the same place,
- mooring a boat or houseboat for more than two (2) consecutive days in the same place,
- using radios, tape recorders or similar devices in a disruptive manner.
To protect nesting birds, a total of 15 areas - groups of small islets and skerries as well as parts of larger islands - have been subject to a landing ban from April 1 to July 31. Two larger areas in the central part of the archipelago are protected by a landing ban from April 1 to September 30.
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Maila Länsstyrelsen Värmland
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