Descrizione
This unique place offers a panoramic view of the landscape between the rivers Schelde en Leie. In autumn there are always raptors around and it's a very good spot to watch migrating birds, especially early in the morning. Between half august and half september, there are usually Falco di palude , Falco pecchiaiolo , Falco pellegrino , Gheppio and Poiana around. Good chance to see Albanella reale and Nibbio reale as well. It has become a famous spot to see Piviere tortolino , both in autumn and spring. Culbianco ,Stiaccino and Calandro are also regular in migration periods. In autumnmornings, there are usually birdwatchers on the platform. From this platform, already 193 species have been seen in the last 15 years, not bad for an inland spot. There is always the possibility something unexpected turns up here.
Dettagli
Accesso
Please park on the spot indicated on the map, as driving in the area is not allowed without a permit. It is only a short walk from the parking to the lookout.
Terreno e habitat
Pianura , Terreni coltivati , Alberi e cespugli sparsi , Prateria/pascoloCaratteristiche dell’area
Terreno piano , Sabbioso , Collinoso , Paesaggio apertoPercorso ad anello
SiÈ utile un cannocchiale?
SiBuona stagione per il BW
Autunno , EstateMiglior periodo per visitare
Migrazione autunnalePercorso
Strada asfaltata , Strada sterrata , Sentiero ampio , Sentiero strettoGrado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi
Difficoltà mediaModalità di accesso
A piedi , BiciclettaCapanno/torretta di osservazione
SiInformazioni aggiuntive
The place is best visited when wind the comes from eastern directions. Best time of the day is early mornings, for migrating songbirds, geese, waders. Raptors are usually seen as from 10 a.m. Piviere tortolino is usually seen in the end of august through september, most are flyovers, but staging birds are regular. Good knowledge of birdcalls is recommended here. It is a quiet place in a very busy area. Species like Poiana calzata , Falco pescatore , Albanella minore , Albanella pallida , Cicogna bianca , Gufo di palude , Pispola golarossa , Zigolo delle nevi, Zigolo della Lapponia ... have turned up on regular basis.
The 'lookouttower' is in this case as special installed birdwatching platform in concrete blocks which makes it comfortable to spend several hours on this spot. Please do not obstruct agricultural vehicles when parking your car.

