The area reminds of the steppe and tundra zones. Where the bedrock is bare, there are flat rocks and gravel alvs . There are also calcareous moist meadows, alvar temporary pools or alvar lakes. Today scrubs are taking over the alvar. There are zones with thicker loose strata in the form of dry, flat shore formations.
Lower parts overflow periodically.
The dry elevated ridges on the alvar are covered with steppe-like dry meadows. It has its flower bent down towards the ground. The surroundings are overgrown with Juniper bushes. Some dry areas are deficient in lime. The ground has then an acid reaction with a completely different vegetation.