Description
The area is inhabited by thermophilic species that are not that common in the broader area. The landscape is nice and some species in other taxon are common here and sometimes very rare around. The area holds one of biggest density of slavík obecný in Switzerland.
Details
Access
The area is best visited on foot (and partly with wheelchair) or eventually by bicycle (cars are not allowed on the military field). Access by car is the easiest. For parking see the P on the map. But access by bus (from Yverdon station for exemple) is also fairly easy.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , City/villageConditions
Hilly , Dry , Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year round , Spring , Autumn , WinterBest time to visit
SpringRoute
Paved road , Unpaved road , Wide pathDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , WheelchairBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
On the hill, there is a big population of Himantoglossum hircinum, a rare orchid in Switzerland. There is also a big population of Alytes obstetricans, which is not such a common toad in Switzerland. A visit by night in the village of Chamblon especially close to the many old walls and if it is rainy will probably allow to hear one of those little guys.
