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Gierałtowice

Silesian Voivodeship (Województwo Śląskie)  >  Poland

Fields, storage reservoir, forest and forest pond in a small area.

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Most recent update 24 október 2024
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Description

Gierałtowice is a good place during migration, especially for ducks, birds of prey and waders. At least 150 species of birds have been observed here. Rarer birds observed here include Torftittlingur, Dvergsnípa, Nátthegri, Förufálki and Vatnastelkur.

Details

Access

Gierałtowice is located 20 km west of Katowice. You can leave your car next to the retention reservoir or on one of the streets in the neighborhood. Press on a P on the map for directions. In the field it is best to travel on foot. The circular route indicated on the map is about 8,5 km.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Pond , Mud flats , City/village , Agriculture , Reedbeds

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape , No shadow

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Spring , Summer , Winter

Best time to visit

Winter , Spring migration

Route

Paved road , Unpaved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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