{"id":7040,"date":"2024-03-17T07:19:42","date_gmt":"2024-03-17T07:19:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/stargazing-on-the-danish-island-of-moen\/"},"modified":"2024-05-16T08:15:45","modified_gmt":"2024-05-16T08:15:45","slug":"stargazing-on-the-danish-island-of-moen","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/en\/stargazing-on-the-danish-island-of-moen\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dark Sky Park on M\u00f8n and Nyord: a paradise for stargazers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the heart of the Danish islands of M\u00f8n and Nyord lies a jewel that attracts nature lovers and astronomy enthusiasts alike. As the first International Dark Sky Park and International Dark Sky Community in the Nordic region, awarded a Gold Award by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA) in 2017, this place offers one of the best opportunities in the world to admire the starry sky in all its glory. This award highlights the outstanding local efforts to minimize light pollution and protect the night sky for scientific, natural, educational and cultural purposes while making it accessible to the public.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The darkness on M\u00f8n and Nyord is something very special, with one of the lowest levels of light pollution in Denmark. The preservation of this pristine darkness was recognized in 2017 with Dark Sky Park status, making M\u00f8n and Nyord a member of the global community of places known for their dense darkness and rich starry skies. It is the first park of its kind in Scandinavia, a recognition that emphasizes the importance of darkness and the rich starry sky for the identity of M\u00f8n and Nyord.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experiences in the dark<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen.jpeg\" alt=\"Dark Sky with Milky Way on M&#xF6;n\" class=\"wp-image-7073\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen-810x540.jpeg 810w, https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sark-sky-soemarke-dyssen-auf-moen-1200x800.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The experience of darkness on M\u00f8n and Nyord is unique. Whether walking through the shadows or resting under the stars, the darkness awakens the senses and offers an experience that has become rare in the modern world. In addition to the spectacular view of the Milky Way and nearby galaxies such as the Andromeda galaxy, the darkness offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in a world in which light and shadow, visibility and invisibility merge in a fascinating way.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources and information<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To fully enjoy the dark nights of M\u00f8n and Nyord, there are numerous resources and local guides to help visitors discover the unique sky experiences. From official websites to specialized apps, stargazers and nature lovers can find everything they need for their adventure under the stars:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Official Dark Sky website: <a href=\"https:\/\/darkskyparkmoen.dk\/\">darkskyparkmoen.dk<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other relevant websites:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/grib-stjernerne.dk\/\">grib-stjernerne.dk<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/oplev.darkskynyord.dk\/\">oplev.darkskynyord.dk<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/darkskymoen.dk\/\">darkskymoen.dk<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darksky.org\/\">darksky.org<\/a> &#8211; IDA &#8211; International Dark Sky Association<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommended apps: Starwalk 2, Discover M\u00f8n.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay overnight?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those who want to spend a night or more under the starry skies of M\u00f8n and Nyord, there are numerous places to stay, from campsites and shelters to B&amp;Bs and hotels that specialize in dark sky experiences:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Camping and accommodation in Dark Sky Park<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dark Sky Camp and Camp M\u00f8ns Klint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shelters<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mandemarke Gardens Shelters and M\u00f8ns Klint Shelters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hyldevang Campsite Nyord Shelters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>B&amp;B and hotels with a dark sky focus<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Str\u00e5g\u00e5rden in Nyord, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insel-moen.de\/en\/bed-breakfast-island-of-moen\/\">Tiendegaarden<\/a>, Cam\u00f8nog\u00e5rden, Villa Huno<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More information at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sydkystdanmark.dk\/moen\">sydkystdanmark.dk\/moen<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Five tips for an unforgettable night-time experience<\/h2>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wear thermal clothing to ward off the cold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give your eyes time to adjust to the darkness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relax and enjoy the starry sky to the full.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use red light so as not to impair your night vision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy the excitement of darkness with confidence.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Dark Sky Park on M\u00f8n and Nyord is not only a tribute to the remarkable efforts to preserve the night sky, but also an invitation to discover the wonders of the universe while treating our natural environment with respect.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/darkskymoen.dk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Go to the Dark Sky website and read the brochure<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photo: Per Rasmussen<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the heart of the Danish islands of M\u00f8n and Nyord lies a jewel that attracts nature lovers and astronomy enthusiasts alike. 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