Descripción
The Gevaert Vijvers are ponds that were created along the Molenbeek in the Middle Ages by the monastry for fish production. Nowadays most ponds are in private ownership and fenced but one can still enjoy some birding from the public footpath (Visserspad) that follows the stream. The ponds attract some waterfowl such as Cerceta Común, Porrón Moñudo and Ánade friso. In recent years, Cormorán Grande and Garceta Grande have become a more common sight. During migration, and especially when water levels are low, the muddy shores attract some passing waders such as Andarríos Chico, Andarríos Grande and Archibebe Claro. Interesting breeding birds are: Martín Pescador Común, Lavandera Cascadeña and Picogordo Común.
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Accesso
The area is best accessed from the railway station of Sint Genesius Rode. From there it is a 2 minutes walk until the start of the Visserspad that runs along all the ponds.

