@misc{9248612,
  abstract     = {{This study explores vegetation development and land-use changes in Söderåsens National Park during the last approximately 8000 years, from the later hunter-gatherer period to the present day. The aim is to put together palaeoecological and historical data to increase understanding of the relationship between geology, vegetation, and human impact, and use this information as the basis for a self-guided nature trail. The study is based on a literature review in which palaeoecological studies, archaeological findings, historical maps and illustrations were analyzed. Focus was placed on pollen analytical studies from the Skäralid and Härsnäs areas, as well as historical cartographic material and remains such as clearance cairns and stone settings. The results show that the landscape has undergone major changes since the hunter-gatherer period. The early deciduous forest, dominated by hazel, linden and oak, gradually changed through climatic variations and human land use. Agriculture, grazing, and forestry have had a major influence on the landscape, especially from the Late Bronze Age and Early Iron Age onward. The beech forest that dominates the national park today is therefore not only a natural landscape but also the result of long-term human influence. The study also demonstrates that nature interpretation and self-guided educational material can be used to highlight the relationship between natural and cultural history. By connecting vegetation, geology and archaeological remains to specific locations in the landscape, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of how Söderåsen has changed over time.}},
  author       = {{Ründla, Karoliina}},
  language     = {{swe}},
  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  series       = {{Examensarbeten i geologi vid Lunds universitet}},
  title        = {{Utveckling av markanvändning och vegetation i Söderåsens nationalpark från senare delen av jägarstenåldern till nutid}},
  year         = {{2026}},
}