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Small Chapel - Meladia Valley

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On the western side of Meladia valley, a small chapel (Αγία Αικατερίνη) is located, which can be great for migrants in spring!

Added* by Bas Engels
Most recent update 31 oktober 2023

Description

On the western side of Meladia valley, a small chapel (Αγία Αικατερίνη) is located. This chapel is surrounded by several large conifers, and can be a great hotspot for migrants during spring migration. Park your car next to the road and scan the conifers carefully before entering the area closer. The conifers can be packed with flycatchers, redstarts, warblers and so much more.

The surrounding fields are a great spot for flocks of pipits, wagtails and larks, like Korttået Lærke, Markpiber and Gul Vipstjert. The scattered bushes are great for Hætteværling.

The hills on the northside of the area are good for species, like Rustværling and Middelhavs-stenpikker. Don't forget to scan the several farms in the area for Kirkeugle.

Details

Access

You can park your car near the chapel, and walk around the area. Just follow the small dirt paths that are already present.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Dry , Open landscape , No shadow

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Spring

Best time to visit

Spring migration

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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