Paradisbakkerne

Paradisbakkerne ("hills of paradise"), also Helvedesbakkerne ("hills of hell"), is a group of hills in Denmark, located in the east of the island of Bornholm. It is situated approximately 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) northwest of Nexø. The privately owned area consists of hilly, rocky landscapes with narrow rift valleys lined by almost vertical cliffs, making it popular for nature walks. Typically, the hills rise to a height of 30–50 metres (98–164 ft) above the surroundings in a forested area which also has a number of small lakes and marshes. Midterpilt, 113 metres (371 ft) above sea level, is one of the highest points. Although much of the area is now wooded, it was once covered with heather and low shrubs, making it suitable for grazing. Paradisbakkerne has a long cultural history, attested by numerous place names with their own legends and stories. These include Slingestenen, Linkisten, Ligstenen, Dybedal, Ravnedal, Majdal, and Gamle Dam.

Bornholm has varied natural features, such as Almindingen, Hammeren, Jons Kapel, Rytterknægten, and Dueodde. Paradisbakkerne rises within the eastern part of Bornholm's forest. It stretches across approximately 6,200 hectares (15,000 acres) in the eastern-central area of the island. The forest area of Paradisbakkerne is ecologically diverse, and contains a rich flora and fauna, including a number of rare amphibians and reptiles. There are many valleys from the north through the south, which give the whole area a hilly character. In addition to rift valleys, there is also evidence of the last ice age with glacial boulders and glacial striae. Rock piles, which previously served as landmarks and were visible from afar are now surrounded by forest. The geological formation in the area is granite. The landscape was once covered with heather, shrubs and other low vegetation before the twentieth century, but it has been forested and conserved since the 1930s.

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