Descrizione
Lake Barmener (Barmener See) was created as a result of large-scale gravel extraction in the valley of the river Rur. The gravel pit was then redesigned. The western shore is used for recreation, here is a sandy beach and boating recreation. The eastern bank is designated for nature. With a small island and resting areas for birds. The lake is a designated SAC (Special Area of Conservation / FFH-Gebiet). With its large water surface and its bird island, the Barmener See attracts mainly water birds. Especially in the winter months, all kinds of ducks visit the area. Then there are groups of Moriglione, Moretta, Canapiglia and Alzavola. Rarities such as Smergo maggiore and Pesciaiola are also sometimes present. Svasso maggiore, Folaga and Cigno reale are present throughout the year. Cormorano often hunt in groups. A dozen Airone cenerino breed on the island. Sometimes they are visited by Airone bianco maggiore. Various Beavers also live around the Barmener See. The lake also has a bird hide on the eastern shore.
Dettagli
Accesso
The Barmener See is located near Jülich-Barmen. You can park at the sports fields on the road to the lake. Click on the P in the map for directions. You can walk around the Barmener See (3.5 km). This path runs along the bird hide.
Terreno e habitat
Lago , Zona umidaCaratteristiche dell’area
PaludosoPercorso ad anello
SiÈ utile un cannocchiale?
Può essere utileBuona stagione per il BW
Tutto l'annoMiglior periodo per visitare
InvernoPercorso
Sentiero ampioGrado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi
FacileModalità di accesso
A piediCapanno/torretta di osservazione
SiInformazioni aggiuntive
Rare vagrants (one-time sightings until 2026): Aquila di mare, Airone guardabuoi, Gabbianello, Tarabuso, Beccaccia di mare, Garzetta, Oca zamperosee, Orchetto marino, Strolaga minore, Moretta grigia, Mignattino comune, Oca indiana, and Organetto.
Regular but scarce visitors (almost annual): Nitticora, Canapino comune, Codone.
Frequent highlights (multiple sightings per year): Fistione turco, Usignolo di fiume (present year-round), Porciglione, Beccaccino, Piro piro piccolo, Piro piro culbianco, Falco pescatore, and Mestolone.
Notable breeding birds in the area: Lodolaio, Rigogolo, Cuculo, Picchio rosso mezzano, Nibbio reale, Nibbio bruno, Usignolo, Picchio rosso minore, Corvo imperiale, Sparviere, and Astore.


