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Store Okseø

Sønderjylland  >  Denmark

The island of Store Okseø is located, together with Lille Okseø, in Flensburg Fjord about 800 meters from the coast by Sønderhav.

Added* by Maria Petersen
Most recent update 7 janúar 2023
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Description

Store Okseø is a small island of eight hectares. It has a one km long footpath around the island. In the past several families have lived on the island, but today all houses and buildings have been removed and nature has been given space. Duggönd, Stelkur and Toppönd are nesting on the island so try to avoid disturbing them during the breeding season from 1 April to 15 July.

Details

Access

Occasionally there is a ferry across but you will have to check with the local tourist agency. See links below. On the island follow the paths or the beach, around the island on foot. The higher part of the island is connected by stairs to the lower part of the island. The walk is approx. 1 km. At high tide, the beach can be partially flooded. Stay away from the edge of the cliff there is danger of a landslide.

Terrain and Habitat

Beach , Sea , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes , Forest

Conditions

Hilly , High water possible

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Summer

Best time to visit

Summer

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Boat

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

The smaller island, Lille Okseø is privately owned. You can walk around it on the beach, but other than that it is not permitted to explore.

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