Streams
Park geography
Coastal and marine terrain analysis featuring islands, wetlands, and elevations
Structured Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Wadden Sea National Park
Examine the technical geography and spatial distribution of Wadden Sea National Park. This overview provides details on the 1466 square kilometer area, including the split between 300 square kilometers of land and 1166 square kilometers of marine territory, alongside recorded hills, viewpoints, and wetland habitats.
Related tags
National ParkWetlandTidal EcosystemBird MigrationWorld Heritage Site
Denmark's largest national park protecting a world-famous tidal wetland ecosystem
Wadden Sea National Park
Wadden Sea National Park encompasses the Danish portion of the Wadden Sea, a vast tidal wetland system stretching along the southwestern coast of Denmark from Ho Bugt to the German border. Established as a national park in 2008 and officially inaugurated in 2010, it is by far the largest of Denmark's national parks outside of Greenland, covering approximately 1,466 square kilometers. The park encompasses a distinctive landscape of tidal flats, salt marshes, islands, and coastal dunes, including the islands of Fanø, Mandø, and Rømø, as well as the Skallingen peninsula and the Varde Å river valley. This area represents one of the most significant intertidal ecosystems in Europe, recognized internationally for its extraordinary biodiversity and its role as a critical stopover point for millions of migratory birds traveling between Arctic breeding grounds and wintering areas in southern Europe and Africa.
- Location
- Denmark
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 2010
- Area
- 1,466 km²
Location overview
Regional placement and marine, coastal, and island characteristics
Geographic Setting of Wadden Sea National Park in Denmark
Wadden Sea National Park represents a significant protected territory situated in Denmark. The park's geographic profile contains official coastal, island, and marine classifications.
- Countries
- Denmark
- Primary location
- Denmark
- Geographic setting
- Coastal · Island · Marine
Boundary and coordinates
Mapped spatial outline, area measurements, and coordinate spans
Wadden Sea National Park Boundary Map and Geographic Extent
Interactive boundary geometry provides spatial context for the protected area. Accompanying facts detail recorded land and marine measurements, coordinate limits, and geographic spans.
- Boundary area
- 1,460.9 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 347.9 km
- Northernmost point
- 55.6283° N
- Southernmost point
- 54.8926° N
- Easternmost point
- 8.8728° E
- Westernmost point
- 7.991° E
- Geographic centre
- 55.2758° N, 8.4602° E
- North–south span
- 81.9 km
- East–west span
- 56.1 km
Elevation and terrain
Lowland relief profiles and recorded natural features
Wadden Sea National Park Terrain and Elevation Summary
Recorded terrain metrics outline an elevation range spanning from zero to ten meters across the lowland landscape. Linked feature cards provide names, types, measurements, and spatial relationships for recorded formations within the protected area.
- Minimum elevation
- 0 m
- Maximum elevation
- 10 m
Selected named natural features
Wetlands
Margrethekog
Hills
Mosedalsbjerg
19 m
Beaches
Skrånbjerg
Forests
Kravnsø Shelterplads
Rivers
Ribe Å
Environmental setting
Temperate lowland topography, dominant water features, and coastal habitats
Wadden Sea National Park Environmental Setting and Landscape Classifications
Recorded landscape features, wetland habitats, and temperate climate zones frame the physical setting across this protected lowland region. Connected category links direct further exploration through related protected area records and environmental profiles.
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Water
- Water-dominated
- Forest cover
- No forest cover
- Seasonality
- Year-round
Landscape features
Coast · Beach · Dunes · Wetland · Islands · Rivers
Habitat types
Wetland · Coastal habitat · Marine habitat · Riverine habitat · Grassland
Park atlas
Trace the Mapped Geography and Connected Protected Landscapes of the North Sea Region and Danish Coast
Explore Nearby National Parks and Protected Areas Beyond Wadden Sea National Park, Denmark
Expand your exploration beyond Wadden Sea National Park to discover other national parks and protected areas throughout Denmark and the wider North Sea region. Compare diverse coastal landscapes, important wetland systems, and significant bird migration sites, gaining deeper geographic context and conservation insights for the region.
National parkSchleswig-Holstein
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest
South
Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park: Germany's Largest Protected Tidal Landscape
Explore the mapped geography of this vital North Sea national park.
Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park is a monumental protected area, recognized globally as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its extraordinary tidal wetland ecosystem. This page offers detailed insights into its geographic scope, from the North Frisian Islands to the Elbe estuary, highlighting the dynamic interplay of mudflats, salt marshes, and coastal terrain. Discover the park's critical role as a migratory bird flyway and marine nursery, providing rich data for geographic and atlas exploration of this unique North Sea protected landscape.
- Area
- 4,410 km²
- Established
- 1985
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 1.7M annual
Protected areaDenmark
Mapped location lies within the park boundary#2 closest
Northwest
Skallingen Protected Area: Geography and Coastal Dynamics in the Danish Wadden Sea
Coastal peninsula landscape and tidal wetland geography
Skallingen is an active, naturally formed peninsula in Denmark, characterized by its horizontal gradients of beach, dune, and marsh. As a protected area within the wider Wadden Sea ecosystem, the land showcases the raw interplay of sediment and sea, offering a distinct look at one of Europe's most significant intertidal landscapes and its layered historical legacy.
- Area
- 20 km²
- Established
- 1634
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Protected landscapeDenmark
About 6.7 km away#3 closest
Northwest
Naturpark Vesterhavet: Geography and Protected Boundaries of the Danish West Coast
Coastal dune, heath, and wetland landscapes in West Jutland
Naturpark Vesterhavet serves as a critical coastal nature park along the North Sea, stretching between Blåvandshuk and Nymindegab. The park integrates a distinct series of parallel landforms, including active dunes, coniferous plantations, expansive heathlands, and the significant restored wetlands of Filsø. This protected landscape acts as a primary hub for coastal conservation, mapping the intersection of avian habitats and classic West Jutland terrain.
- Area
- 225 km²
- Established
- 2015
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Nature reserveDenmark
About 14 km away#4 closest
Southeast
Draved Skov Nature Reserve: Mapping the Geography of Denmark's Primeval Forest Mosaic
A vital protected landscape in Southern Jutland featuring untouched forest and raised bogs.
Draved Skov provides an unparalleled look into natural lowland forest dynamics in Denmark. Covering 250 hectares of varying glacial terrain, this nature reserve showcases a complex mosaic of oak, linden, and alder ecosystems integrated with the expansive Kongens Mose raised bog, offering an essential look at Northern European wetland and woodland geography.
- Area
- 2.5 km²
- Established
- 1994
- Relief
- Lowland
- Scope
- Terrestrial
Protected areaRegion Midtjylland
17 km away#5 closest
North
Ringkøbing Fjord og Nymindestrømmen: Coastal Lagoon and Protected Wetland Geography
A vast Danish wetland complex in Region Midtjylland.
Ringkøbing Fjord og Nymindestrømmen defines the Danish west coast through its unique combination of brackish lagoons, salt meadows, and dune belts. This protected area integrates the Skjern Å river delta and the freshwater-lagoon chain of Nymindestrømmen, creating an internationally significant habitat for diverse waterbirds and migratory species across its multi-layered terrain.
- Area
- 276.84 km²
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Scope
- Mixed
Protected areaSchleswig-Holstein
About 18 km away#6 closest
Southeast
FFH-Gebiet Wälder an der Lecker Au: Protected Forest Landscapes and Geest Geography
A mapped Natura 2000 deciduous woodland corridor in North Friesland
FFH-Gebiet Wälder an der Lecker Au comprises three specialized sub-areas of ancient deciduous woodland in Schleswig-Holstein. This protected landscape documents centuries of forest continuity, hosting diverse habitats including beech, oak, and alluvial forests that anchor the regional biotope network within the flat Lecker Geest terrain.
- Area
- 0.5 km²
- Established
- 2004
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Protected areaRegion Midtjylland
25 km away#7 closest
North
Lønborg Hede Protected Area: Heathland Geography and Mire Ecosystems in Denmark
Detailed landscape analysis of a unique Central Jutland nature reserve
Lønborg Hede is a distinctive protected area featuring a rare micro-topographic gradient where inland dune heath rises 15 meters above wet bog and mire environments. This site provides a concentrated look at western Jutland's historical heathland character, featuring a mosaic of nutrient-poor aquatic habitats and diverse ground-nesting bird environments across 350 hectares.
- Area
- 3.53 km²
- Established
- 1970
- Relief
- Lowland
- Scope
- Terrestrial
Nature reserveCentral Denmark Region
32 km away#8 closest
North
Borris Hede Nature Reserve: Mapping the Protected Heathland of the Central Denmark Region
Glacial plains, wetland mosaics, and habitat conservation zones
Borris Hede encompasses a massive stretch of sandy outwash plain in central-western Denmark. This nature reserve serves as a vital habitat mosaic, ranging from dry and wet heath to bogs and riparian stream corridors. By preserving these open terrain characteristics, the site supports specialized birdlife and maintains one of the most distinctive geological and biological landscapes within the Danish geography.
- Area
- 47.78 km²
- Established
- 1903
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
MoriAtlas Explorer
Continue Your Exploration of Wadden Sea National Park's Geographic Identity
Delve deeper into the specific geography and protected landscape features that define Wadden Sea National Park. Understand its role within the broader Wadden Sea region and discover the ecological significance of its tidal ecosystem and migratory bird corridors. MoriAtlas provides the structured context to navigate this important protected area and its surrounding natural terrain.
Browse next
Global natural geography
Explore related park routes
Explore MoriAtlas Global ParksBrowse All MoriAtlas ParksGlobal Park Map DiscoveryMoriAtlas: Browse All CountriesBrowse All MoriAtlas ContinentsNational Park Environment AtlasGrand Canyon National Park AtlasYellowstone National Park AtlasYosemite National Park Atlas and GeographySerengeti National Park AtlasGalápagos National Park Protected LandscapeBanff National Park Geography and AtlasKruger National Park Atlas EntryUluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park AtlasExplore Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park GeographyPlitvice Lakes National Park AtlasFiordland National Park Protected LandscapeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park AtlasAfghanistan National Parks and Protected AreasAlbania National Parks and Protected AreasAlgeria National Parks and Protected AreasAmerican Samoa National Parks and Protected AreasAndorra National Parks and Protected AreasAngola National Parks and Protected AreasAntarctica National Parks and Protected AreasAntigua and Barbuda Park List