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Modřany - Vltava

Hl. M. Praha  >  Czech Republic

Nice birding spot on the Vltava River south of Prague. In winter, you can see some interesting birds there.

Added* by Matouš Plecitý
Most recent update 9 februar 2022

Description

This area along the Vltava River is not a very beautiful place, but you can find some interesting birds there and there are many ducks and swans on this part of the river. Mandarinand is common. Also common are Toppand, Dvergdykker, Knoppsvane, Stokkand, Hettemåke, Isfugl, Svartrødstjert and Grønnspett. In winter Kaspimåke and Storskarv are regulars. If you have a bit of luck, you can also find Snadderand. In the winter, some rarer ducks like Skjeand, Brunnakke, Kvinand, Laksand or Rødhodeand can be found there.

Details

Access

This area of the river is located 8 km south from the city center of Prague. Easy to reach from Prague by tram.

Terrain and Habitat

River

Conditions

Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Winter , Spring

Best time to visit

Winter

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Boat

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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