Beschreibung
Portrane beach is part of a changing environment. The low cliffs are being rapidly eroded and the tides cover a large intertidal area of sand and mud. Uferschwalbe nest here. The dunes at the northern end shelter Zwergseeschwalbe (including, for several years, a solitary vagrant Least Tern) and waders, such as Sandregenpfeifer, Austernfischer and Sanderling.
Details
Zugang
Portrane is reached by car and by bus, however, the beach is only accessible on foot; wheelchairs are unlikely to traverse the sand and may be trapped between incoming tides and sea defences. Bus 33B connects Donabate train station and Portrane.
The beach is open access and there are defined pathways in the dunes. Be aware of the protected area, do not trespass within the fenced area, read the notices and comply with volunteers' instructions.
Terrain und Habitat
Dünen , Meer , StrandBedingungen
Flach , Sandig , Sumpfig , Kein Schatten , Offene Landschaft , Hochwasser möglichRundweg
JaIst ein Spektiv nützlich?
JaGute Beobachtungszeit
Frühjahr , SommerBeste Beobachtungszeit
SommerRoute
Normaler Weg , Schmaler PfadSchwierigkeitsgrad der Tour
Schwierig/anstrengendErreichbarkeit
zu FußBeobachtungshütten oder -türme
NeinZusätzliche Informationen
Facilities (toilets and cafes) are in Portrane; none are on the beach. Take suitable clothing and refreshments.

