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Heidkate Strand

Schleswig Holstein  >  Germany

Great location for winter birding and during migration. Best spot for Sortgrå Ryle.

Added* by Felix Mittermayer
Most recent update 26 maj 2021

Description

Heidkate Strand is at its best during the winter and spring. Large groups of diving ducks such as Ederfugl , Sortand and Havlit are feeding and resting off the beach. While Sortgrå Ryle can be found in suprisilngly large numbers moving between the breakwaters. Almindelig Ryle, Sandløber, Skærpiber and Bjergpiber can be found on the beach and the breakwaters, too. Gulls and other waterfowl can be seen in this areas as well. Sortstrubet Lom and Rødstrubet Lom can be seen offshore.

A lot of passerines are moving along this part of the coast during spring migration. Some of them rest in the bushes and small woodlands behind the dunes.

To get a good look at the birds on the beach and the breakwaters an early visit before most beach visitors and their dogs have arrived is recommended.

Details

Access

Difficult to reach with public transport. Several parking lots around, cost a parking fee during the summer months.

Terrain and Habitat

Beach , Sea , Dunes

Conditions

Flat , Sandy

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Winter , Spring

Best time to visit

Winter , Spring migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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