Ticks are the real danger in the Pein Forest - not wolves or wild boars!

Ticks are the real danger in the Pein Forest - not wolves or wild boars!

In the forests around Peine, where nature unfolds in all its quiet splendor, more and more nature lovers are venturing out to enjoy the seclusion. But what dangers really lurk in the forests? Two reporters from News38, accompanied by survival coach Stefan Winkler, wanted to know more and tried it out themselves in the Peiner Forest. The goal was to find out what it's really like to survive alone in nature and what dangers forest visitors can actually expect.

Expert Winkler dispels a common myth: wolves and wild boars are far less threatening than many believe. Encountering these animals poses little risk, especially for people, as long as you behave correctly. Much more important is the danger posed by small, barely perceptible instruments - ticks. These blood-sucking ectoparasites are real risk carriers and can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease and TBE to humans.

Dangers from ticks

In the densely overgrown areas, especially in the region around Peine, special caution is required, according to the survival coach. Ticks are widespread in Germany in around 20 different species, including the common wood tick (Ixodes ricinus) and are small, mostly inconspicuous creatures. When a tick bites, they scratch the skin and suck blood, releasing their saliva into the wound, which can inhibit blood clotting and inflammation.

The entire life cycle of the tick, which consists of larva, nymph and adult tick, depends on climatic conditions. They can survive for long periods without food and show remarkable adaptability. Although less well known, they represent the real dangers of visiting the forest, while the animal inhabitants such as wild boars, which rarely cause attacks, do not pose a direct threat.

The findings of the experiment

The most important finding from the reporters' trip: Forest visitors should pay particular attention to the small dangers that often remain hidden. Furnishings such as a nice picnic blanket or equipment for outdoor activities are not the only points to consider. Anyone who goes into the forests should be aware of ticks and their possible disease vectors.

Away from these dangers, nature is a place for relaxation and peace. If you are looking for accommodation after an exciting day in nature, you will find numerous luxurious holiday accommodations on platforms such as Airbnb. These are thoroughly inspected by the platform and offer everything your heart and body desires - from a cottage in the Laurentides to designer retreats that provide relaxation and creative inspiration.

In summary, forest bathing is a great experience as long as you are aware of the real risks. It is not the large animals that threaten us, but rather the small, invisible dangers, such as ticks, that need to be taken into account. This means everyone can enjoy the beauty of nature without any worries.