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Pont du Gard

Gard  >  France

In the wider area of the Pont du Gard (worth a visit in itself) many Býsvelgur fly around or sit on wires. Also a chance on Herfugl and Haukörn.

Added* by Niek Muziek
Most recent update 13 júní 2024

Description

The Roman aqueduct of the Pont du Gard is an icon that is worth a visit in its own right. But you can also encounter interesting birds in the area. Býsvelgur and Herfugl are two striking birds that you can see in the wider area of the Pont du Gard. Vatnagleða is a often seen and if you are very lucky you can spot the rare Haukörn (two pairs nest in the Gorge du Gardon). Other birds you can encounter include Bjargdúfa, Turtildúfa, Alpasvölungur, Bjarthegri, Laufglói, Bjargsvala, Steinspör and Næturgali.

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Français: L'aqueduc romain du Pont du Gard est une icône qui vaut à lui seul le détour. Mais vous pouvez également rencontrer des oiseaux intéressants dans la région. Býsvelgur et Herfugl sont deux oiseaux frappants que vous pouvez voir dans la zone plus large du Pont du Gard. Vatnagleða est souvent vu et si vous êtes très chanceux, vous pouvez apercevoir le rare Haukörn (deux couples nichent dans les Gorges du Gardon). D'autres oiseaux que vous pouvez rencontrer incluent Bjargdúfa, Turtildúfa, Alpasvölungur, Bjarthegri, Laufglói, Bjargsvala, Steinspör et Næturgali.

Details

Access

The Pont du Gard is well signposted from Remoulins. Parking at the Pont du Gard is quite expensive, but a short drive in the direction of Uzès gives free parking within walking distance of the Pont du Gard and immediately the opportunity to encounter Býsvelgur and Herfugl.

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Français: Le Pont du Gard est bien indiqué depuis Remoulins. Se garer au Pont du Gard est assez cher, mais un court trajet en direction d'Uzès offre un parking gratuit à distance de marche du Pont du Gard et immédiatement l'occasion de rencontrer Býsvelgur et Herfugl.

Terrain and Habitat

Canyon/cliff , Plain , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Rocky , Open landscape , Hilly

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Summer , Spring

Best time to visit

Summer , Spring

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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