) to insert bird names in your own language. The birdnames will automatically be translated for other users!
Upload images
Allowed image types are jpeg,png,gif
Max file size is 20MB
Description
The former gravel lake Kiessee und the naturally preserved river Innerste near Ringelheim attract a lot of birds. Along the beautiful, wild course of the Innerste river you can easily observe Common Kingfisher, White Wagtail and Green Sandpiper. Also beaver can be observed. Due to the old trees the area also holds Black Woodpecker and Middle Spotted Woodpecker. In the dense bushes you can often hear Common Nightingale and Common Cuckoo.
The gravel lake is home to many geese. Here Egyptian Goose, Goosander, Common Shelduck can also be seen. Lots of ducks, especially Tufted Duck. You can regularly observe Common Crane as well. Osprey and White-tailed Eagle hunt over the lake. The dense reed belt provides good hiding places and attracts more birds. There are also many beaver and wild boar tracks.
Details
Access
The Kiessee und river Innerste are located just south of Salzgitter-Ringelheim. There are a few parking spaces for cars on the country road near the Franzosenbrücke. Press P on the map for directions to the parking spot. From here you can take a lovely circular walk of 6,5 km. The second section of the path is very overgrown in summer, but has great meadow sections and lots of wild herbs.