Description
The lake Erlachsee is completely fenced to protect the birds. But an observation cabin at the southern shore offers good opportunities for bird spotting without causing disturbance. In addition, on the western shore the surrounding footpath also at one point allows a view on the lake.
Several gravel islands were created especially as breeding places for the Lille Præstekrave, however, they don't seem to have nested there, at least not in recent years. In contrast, Toppet Lappedykker, Skarv, Fiskehejre, Middelhavs-sølvmåge, Troldand, Mandarin-and, Grågås, Canadagås and Blishøne can be seen regularly. With a bit of luck, you will also spot Isfugl, Skeand, Mudderklire, Sølvhejre, Lille Lappedykker and others.
The surrounding Oberwald forest offers further opportunities for observations of for example Sortspætte, Stor Flagspætte, Mellemflagspætte, Grønspætte and Halemejse.
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Access
Erlachsee Oberwald is located only 3 km south of the city of Karlsruhe. The lake is easily accessible on foot or by bike on well-maintained paths. The circular route around the lake is about 1,7 km.

