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Parc Natural dels Aiguamolls de l'Empordà

Catalonia  >  Spain

The Aiguamolls de l´Empordà Natural Park is the second most important wetland in Catalonia, after the Ebro Delta.

Added* by CJMP31
Most recent update 17 November 2024

Description

The Aiguamolls de l'Empordà constitute an area very rich in fauna, especially in birds which have very interesting habitats of refuge and rest for those who are migratory. They are mainly birds linked to aquatic and marine environments (ardeidae, passeriformes, anatidae, laridae, shorebirds, etc.). In the hibernating, resident and nesting avifauna, there are also interesting species such as Red-rumped Swallow, Northern Lapwing, Purple Swamphen, Garganey and many others.

Details

Access

Located between Empuriabrava and San Pere Pescador. Entrances of the park are on GIV-6216 road. Click on a P in the map for directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Dunes , Lake , Mud flats

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape , Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

Open every day. Acces to El Cortalet Car park is 5 €.

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