Description
The Munsterbos (Munster forest) is an old fullgrown wood with beeches and oaks. Surrounded by meadows and a large pond. Among the birds you can see here are: Bøksanger, Gråfluesnapper, Svarthvit Fluesnapper, Svartspett, Gjøk, Myrsanger, Rørsanger, Vannrikse, Duetrost and Vintererle.
Details
Access
The Munsterbos is freely accessible on the hiking trails. Boots or sturdy shoes are needed in wet periods. If you want to come by public transport, you can take the train to the station of Bilzen and then bus 10 (Tongeren-Genk) to the stop Munsterbilzen center. If you arrive by car park on the parking spot that is marked on the map with P. From there you need to explore the area on foot.
Terrain and Habitat
ForestConditions
FlatCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
Spring , AutumnBest time to visit
SpringRoute
Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
There is an observation tower at the pond.
