A fairly unknown part of Fårö. Here are both sheep-grazed plains, unusual plants and bird-rich beach meadows. Peace and quiet are guaranteed.
The nature within the Marpes nature reserve is strongly characterized by the fact that the area has long been grazed by sheep, and most of the reserve is occupied by a mosaic of sparse, low-growing pine forest, open rocky soils, alvar soils, wetlands, wetlands and small agmyrs. The character plant above others on lean, summer-dry pastures is the tulkörten, which is poisonous and therefore not eaten by the sheep. Other common species are thyme, yarrow, white clove, chives and ground, spade and nodule thistle.
Marpesträsk
Marpesträsk is a small lake located in a depression in the bedrock. Along the northern shore of the lake runs an approximately 100 meter wide belt with ag. Out in the ag belt there is a seesaw where you can find the rare orchid gulyxne. It blooms in early July.
Marpesholm
The island of just over five hectares, Marpesholm, is one of the most bird-rich islands on Fårö. Eider, white-cheeked goose, silver tern, small tern, barn owl, gull, laughing gull, dwarf gull, red-legged gull, shore catfish and rosacea, among others, breed here. In order not to disturb the nesting birds, it is forbidden to stay on the island during spring and early summer.
Hiking
Marpes is a perfect area for a walk. We have marked out on the map a recommended route of 3.5 km. Please note that this is not an official hiking trail and may be affected by weather, season, etc.
Regulations
For everyone's well-being and in order to maintain the reserve's natural and cultural values, it is important that all visitors show consideration. In addition to the right of public access, it is not permitted to:
- drive a motor vehicle
- break twigs or otherwise damage living or dead trees
- intentionally killing, injuring or collecting animals
- make fire
- staying on the island of Marpesholm and its immediate surroundings during the period 15 March-15 July
Source: Gotland County Administrative Board - 2022-01-20
