Koos (island)
Island Island in the Achterwasser lagoon, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
In the Greifswald Bodden, Koos is a protected island reached by small boat; visitors arrive for birdwatching, coastal meadows and traces of historic farm settlements.
Koos is a small island in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, located in the Bay of Greifswald and notable as a largely natural, low-lying island rather than a developed resort.
The island is visited for birdwatching, coastal habitats and quiet natural landscapes; public access may be limited in places for conservation reasons. There are no large settlements or extensive tourist facilities on the island.
Koos has a history typical of Baltic coastal islands, with periods of agricultural use and ownership changes over centuries; in recent decades the emphasis has been on conservation and habitat protection.
Koos lies in the southwestern Baltic Sea in the Bay of Greifswald, off the coast of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in northern Germany, reachable from the nearby mainland coast.
- Conservation status: Situated in the Bay of Greifswald off the coast of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and generally managed for nature conservation rather than tourism.
How to Get to Koos (island) #
Koos is reached by boat from Greifswald and nearby harbors; public access is limited and often arranged by local nature organizations or guided tour operators - check with Greifswald tourist information for bookings and seasonal restrictions.
Tips for Visiting Koos (island) #
- If visiting, join a guided boat tour from Greifswald or Lauterbach - the island is a protected reserve and access is often controlled.
- Bring binoculars: Koos is a notable bird sanctuary in the Bay of Greifswald with nesting waders and gulls.
- Respect closures: much of the island is protected and entry to nesting areas is restricted during breeding season.
Best Time to Visit Koos (island) #
Koos is a small island and protected bird sanctuary in the Bay of Greifswald (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern); access is often by guided boat and the island is ecologically sensitive.
Weather & Climate near Koos (island) #
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (572 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 61 mm of rain.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 61 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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