Visitor Management in Nordic National Parks

A strategic and collaborative approach to visitor management can significantly enhance the recreational carrying capacity of Nordic national parks, addressing challenges posed by rising visitor numbers and evolving behavior. This publication, supported by the Nordic Council of Ministers' Terrestrial Ecosystem Group (TEG), provides practical examples and recommendations for improving visitor management in Þingvellir National Park, Iceland, Jotunheimen National Park, Norway, and The Wadden Sea National Park, Denmark. It emphasizes environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable practices to protect these UNESCO World Heritage Sites while supporting local communities. The project, managed by BARK Rådgivning, offers insights from both Nordic and international parks to guide future visitor management strategies.

(Ed.). (2019). Visitor Management in Nordic National Parks. Nordic Council of Ministers. https://doi.org/10.6027/nord2019-019