Conduct in the National Park

Besucher schaut auf einen Wegweiser und hält Karte in der Hand

The purpose of the national park is that we and our descendants can experience wilderness. Therefore, please leave nothing but footprints and take nothing more with you than beautiful impressions and good memories.

Please follow the rules and actively support the protection of plants and animals in the Müritz National Park!

important to know on the topics Swimming and water sports

important to know on the topic ofFishing

important to know on the topicsPhoto, Film & Drone

important to know on the topic ofMushroom picking

these Rules apply throughout the Müritz National Park

mehrere Menschen setzen ihre Kanus am Ufer des Pagelsees ins Wasser ein — Watersport enthusiasts at Pagel lake

Swimming and water sports

Use only designated swimming spots. Swimming is allowed there. Footbridges or sunbathing lawns invite you to stay. Water birds retreat to quieter shore areas of the lakes.

Some lakes and rivers in the area can be navigated by canoe. Detailed regulations for navigating the water routes can be found atwatersports.

Navigating the national park waters with motorboats, as well as sailing, surfing and diving is prohibited.

ein Angler steht auf einem Steg und wirft die Angel aus — Fishing is allowed on some lakes

Fishing

Fishing is allowed on some lakes. You can find out the exact lakes from thelocal fishing enterprises, where fishing permits are also available. In general, from the age of 14, it is obligatory to carry a valid fishing license or a time-limited tourist fishing license when fishing. The local fishermen will inform you about special rules in the national park area, e.g. about navigating the lakes with boats.

Photo, Film & Drone

Photography and filming is generally permitted from the hiking trails and observation stands. Anything beyond this must be applied to the Müritz National Park Authority for permission.

Exemptions from the prohibitions of the National Park Ordinance are generally only possible if there is a predominantly public interest. This must be justified in such a case.

The use of Drones is prohibited in the entire national park.

Please submit applications for exemptions to:

Nationalparkamt Müritz

Schlossplatz 3

17237 Hohenzieritz

E-mail: poststelle(at)npa-mueritz.mvnet.de

eine Person hält einen Spankorb mit Pilzen in der Hand — Mushroom pickers

Mushroom picking

Mushrooms play a still strongly underestimated role in the ecosystem! Mushroom picking is allowed for personal use in thedevelopment zones.

Park your vehicle at designated parking spaces only!

Mushroom picking is forbidden in thecore zone.

The core zones are marked on the maps of the National Park information board with red shaded areas. Core zones are signposted in the terrain.

Please pay attention to these signs!

The national park is divided into 3 protection zones. Here you can get to the interactive map via these links.

core zone

maintenance zone

development zone

In thecore zone as well as in the maintenance zone it is forbidden to enter outside the roads and paths! Mushroom picking is also prohibited in the core zone.

The following rules apply throughout the Müritz National Park


	Park at designated parking spaces Drive on roads open to public traffic and observe traffic restrictions such as "Free for residents" and "Authorized persons free". Use the environmentally friendly local transport with Müritz rundum.
	Stay on the marked paths More than 450 km of hiking paths and 270 km of cycling routes will lead you through the wild nature. Cycling on the designated hiking trails disturbs visitors who are on foot. Use the signposted cycling trails for your tours.
	Behave quietly On the way you will find numerous observation facilities. Behave quietly and considerately. Your chance to see animals increases thereby!
	Leash your dog Even the most loyal pet will stop obeying if it encounters a hare, fox or deer. Spare the wild animals the dangerous chase and your dog the danger of disappearing in the forest.
	Do not take from nature All living creatures in the national park are protected. They must not be harmed. Every animal, plant and mushroom has a role in the ecosystem. Mushroom and berry picking is therefore allowed only for personal use in the development zone of the national park.
	Do not leave waste behind Garbage in the national park is not only an unpleasant sight. Beverage cans or plastic strings can become a deadly trap for wildlife. Take all of the things you have brought back with you.
	Do not smoke in the forest Open fires are prohibited, including cigarettes. A carelessly discarded cigarette stub may start a forest fire. From forest fire danger level 5, local closures of forest areas can take place.
	Camping in designated campgrounds only Camping in the national park is prohibited. Use the official camping facilities. You can find an overview of national park-friendly hosts at Müritz National Park-Partner.
	Do not use drones Air sovereignty in the National Park belongs to the birds. It is forbidden to use aircraft and model aircraft of any kind. Birds and other animals perceive them as a threat. Here you can find the leaflet about the Drone regulation.
	Attention! Nature also means danger! Falling trees and branches must be expected at all times. The state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is not held liable for these dangers emanating from the forest in the national park. Enter at your own risk. (§ 28 Entering the forest, Forest law M-V).