The cliff's height of 118 meters makes it the highest point on the chalk coastline of Rügen.
The chalk consists primarily of the skeletal remains of microscopic marine organisms known as coccolithophores.
The new floating skywalk was designed to hover above the terrain to protect the sensitive flora of the national park.
Jasmund is Germany's smallest national park, covering roughly 3,000 hectares.
The chalk cliffs are constantly shifting due to erosion, which periodically causes sections to collapse into the Baltic Sea.
Königsstuhl is the most prominent chalk cliff formation in Jasmund National Park, reaching an elevation of 118 meters above the Baltic Sea. The site features a high-tech visitor center, the 'Nationalpark-Zentrum Königsstuhl,' which provides interactive exhibits on the region's geological history and biodiversity. In 2023, a new 185-meter-long circular floating skywalk, the 'Königsweg,' was opened to provide a panoramic view of the cliff without eroding the fragile chalk structure. The cliff is composed of Cretaceous chalk formed approximately 70 million years ago. Its iconic silhouette was famously immortalized in Caspar David Friedrich’s 19th-century romantic paintings. The surrounding area is characterized by UNESCO-protected ancient beech forests. The site serves as a gateway to the broader trail network of the Jasmund peninsula.
The 'Königsweg' skywalk platform offers the most stable and unobstructed view of the cliff's face and the Baltic Sea horizon.
Arrive early in the morning to secure parking, as the designated lots fill up quickly during peak season.
Bring sturdy, closed-toe footwear if you plan to hike the surrounding forest trails back toward Sassnitz.
Combine the visit with a boat tour departing from Sassnitz harbor to see the cliff structure from the water level.
Attempting to descend the steep, unstable cliff paths directly to the beach, which are prone to landslides.
Open daily year-round, though visitor center hours adjust slightly between summer and winter seasons.
Stay within designated barrier-protected paths to prevent dangerous cliff-edge erosion and protect rare plants.
