The Linderödsåsen is a ridge , geologically a horst , in the province of Skåne in southernmost Sweden . It lies at the edge of the Baltic shield , in the Tornquist Zone , and continues with the Hallandsås in north western direction towards the Kattegat .
5-406: It stretches through Skåne from northwest to southeast. On the map it is situated in the middle of the province. It continues south-east down to the shore, mostly consisting of rocks, and ends with the notable steep Stenshuvud steep at 55°40′N 14°16′E / 55.667°N 14.267°E / 55.667; 14.267 . In its central parts, around Höör Municipality , the ridge has
10-486: A height of 100–120 meters. The average width is 15-30 kilometers. Its highest point is at 196 meters. Administratively, it used to mark the border between Malmöhus County and Kristianstad County (united in 1999 as Skåne County ). Although a region of natural beauty and rich with wildlife, the Linderödsåsen is currently threatened by the quasi-industrial development of massive windfarm projects. This article about
15-600: A location in Skåne County , Sweden is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Stenshuvud Stenshuvud is a hill in the southeastern corner of Sweden , in the province of Scania , close to Kivik in Simrishamn Municipality . Since 1986, it is one of the National parks of Sweden . The park covers an area of about 3.9 km (1.5 sq mi). The hill is 97 m (318 ft) high and faces
20-453: The Baltic Sea . Since the surrounding landscape is relatively flat, it can be seen from a great distance and has traditionally been used as a landmark for seafarers. Many visitors trek up the hill to enjoy the view which is very good in clear weather. Most of the area is covered with broadleaf forest, especially European hornbeam . The park also contains heaths, meadows and swamps. Because of
25-434: The mild climate and varied habitats, many different animal and plant species can be encountered in the park. The park contains unusual Swedish wildlife such as the hazel dormouse , Eurasian golden oriole , European tree frog and agile frog . There are about 600 vascular plant species, including several types of orchids and the very rare barren strawberry . Below the hill there is a popular beach for swimming. Close to
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