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Bengtsår

Bengtsår, Finland
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Bengtsår
5.191 km²
Coastline: 27.226 km
Landform: Plains
74 / km²
UTC+02:00
Tree Cover: 100%
Open Woodland
Finland
Closest neighboring island: Isoluoto

Welcome to Bengtsår, a Continental island in the Gulf of Bothnia, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Bengtsår unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Bengtsår

Size: 5.191 km²
Coastline: 27.2 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Gulf of Bothnia
Continent: Europe

Bengtsår is a Small Island spanning 5.2 km² with a coastline of 27.2 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Eurasia – One of the world’s largest tectonic plates, the Eurasian Plate covers a significant portion of Europe and Asia. It’s characterized by diverse geological features, including the Ural Mountains, the European Plain, and the Himalayas formed from its collision with the Indian Plate.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 59.91034141 / Longitude: 23.10709865

Climate and weather of Bengtsår

Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Warm-Summer Humid Continental Climate
Temperature: Warm Summer

Climate Characteristics: Features warm summers and cold winters with consistent precipitation, common in higher latitudes.

Topography and nature of Bengtsår

Timezone: UTC+02:00
Timezone places: Europe/Helsinki
Max. Elevation: 1 m
Mean Elevation: -1 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 100%

The mean elevation is -1 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 1 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Open Woodland
Characterized by sparsely distributed trees with open canopy allowing sunlight to penetrate, supporting grasses and shrubs underneath. Often found in drier or transitional environments. Bengtsår has a tree cover of 100 %.

Vegetation: 5 vegetation zones – Highly Diverse Island
With five different vegetation zones, these islands offer a rich tapestry of ecosystems. The variety could include dense forests, open meadows, wetlands, coastal zones, and more. This level of diversity supports an intricate web of life, with each zone playing a vital role in the overall ecological health and balance of the island.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Bengtsår

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Bengtsår. The nearest airport is Kärdla Airport, located 105 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Bengtsår. The closest major port is HANKO, approximately 17 km away.

The mean population of Bengtsår is 74 per km². Bengtsår is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Finland.

Continuing your journey, Isoluoto is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

Snow graffiti at Bengtsår Camp Island

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Snow graffiti at Bengtsår Camp Island
Snow graffiti at Bengtsår Camp Island
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Hel street art camp at Bengtsår camp island 2018
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Finland is classified as Developed region: nonG7: Developed economies outside of the Group of Seven, characterized by high income and advanced economic structures. The level of income is High income: OECD.

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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.

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