Møns Klint, a prominent Danish natural landmark, has been officially added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The decision was made on Sunday by the World Heritage Committee, a part of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

According to Nils Natorp, director of GeoCenter Møns Klint, the inclusion of Møns Klint on the list is a momentous occasion. He likened it to winning an Olympic gold medal in nature, emphasizing the site’s unique geological significance and its capacity to unite people across national boundaries. Natorp was present in Paris when the committee made its decision.

Møns Klint is considered the world’s premier location for observing a landscape shaped by glacial activity. Its cross-section offers an unparalleled glimpse into the processes of the Ice Age, allowing observers to study how ice has sculpted the terrain.

With the addition of Møns Klint, Denmark now boasts several sites on the World Heritage List, including Stevns Klint (added in 2014), the Jelling Monuments (1994), Roskilde Cathedral (1995), and Kronborg (2000). Several natural areas in Greenland, such as Ilulissat Icefjord (2004), are also recognized. In 2023, Viking Age ring fortresses were added to the list.

Established in 1972, the World Heritage List aims to safeguard the world’s irreplaceable cultural and natural heritage. Inclusion on the list signifies a commitment to preserving these sites for future generations. Each year, the World Heritage Committee reviews proposals from states and adds approximately 25-30 sites based on specific criteria.