Het Loetbos

Zuid-Holland > Netherlands

The Loetbos is small area of water-rich grassland and scattered trees in the Krimpenerwaard, situated along the little river Loet.

Added* by Steven Schulting
Most recent update 14 januar 2022

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Description

The combination of trees, swampy patches, many little rivers and grass meadows provides a diverse habitat that is home to various species of owls (Skovhornugle, Mosehornugle), birds of prey (Tårnfalk , Duehøg) plenty of waterfowl, Sølvhejre, Pibeand, various geese, and meadowbirds.

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Access

Easily accesible by car with free parking availability. The route that is displayed on the map is about 6 km.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes , River

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Spring , Summer , Autumn

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

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Top 5 birds

1. Skovhornugle
(Asio otus)

2. Tårnfalk
(Falco tinnunculus)

3. Pibeand
(Mareca penelope)

4. Fasan
(Phasianus colchicus)

5. Sølvhejre
(Ardea alba)

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