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Holyrood Park

Scotland  >  United Kingdom

Beyond the incredible views of Edinburgh that you can enjoy from this park, Holyrood provides a rich habitat for a variety of birds and wildlife.

Añadido* por Nastassja
Última actualización 6 julio 2025

Descripción

Holyrood is an ancient, now dormant, volcano at the centre of Edinburgh. It is covered in ruins from an old monastery that once existed here, some of which are still standing. Within the park are a variety of habitats, from lochs to grassy hillsides, to small woodlands, and even some wetlands. Just south of Holyrood is Duddingston, which is a rich wetland for birds (see separate entry on Birdingplaces). Holyrood is home to a multitude of Faisán Vulgar whose calls reverberate through the park, particularly in mating season. Verderón Común also make their home here, with dozens of pairs flitting about during spring and summer. The two lochs (Dunsapie and St Margaret) are home to Cisne Vulgar, Ánsar común, Gaviota Reidora, and the always dressed for the occasion Porrón Moñudo. Winter geese are sometimes found in the lochs , including Ánsar piquicorto.

During breeding season, a plethora of birds find sanctuary in Holyrood. Cygnets and ducklings are often found, while Alondra Común, Estornino Pinto, Grajilla Occidental , and a variety of other species breed here. Holyrood is a rich environment for many bird species throughout the year.

Detalles

Accesso

Holyrood Park is located in the heart of Edinburgh, about 1 mile to the east of Edinburgh Castle. Paid parking can be found near the Palace of Holyroodhouse on the north end of Holyrood. Various paths connect to the road that wraps around the park. Though hilly, the road and sidewalk that encircle the park are accessible by bike, scooter, and wheelchair. The rest of the park is rocky, slippery and steep, thus not suitable for wheelchairs.

Walking around the main road of Holyrood will take about 45 tot 60 minutes depending on your pace. However, there is also Arthur's Seat at the centre of the park, which is a trek in of itself, taking about 40 minutes from bottom of the park to top, depending on your pace.

Terreno y habitat

Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Pradera , Humedal , Parque , Ciudad/Pueblo , Lago , Estanque

Condiciones

Resbaladizo , Montañoso , Montañoso

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Ruta

Camino pavimentado , Camino estrecho

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A pie , Bicicleta , Silla de ruedas

Escondite de observación / plataforma

No

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