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Description
The bird sanctuary 'Lahntal zwischen Marburg und Gießen' is an open river valley along the river Lahn. The area of 750 hectares is dominated by river forest, reed beds and unspoiled old tributaries of the river Lahn. The area is also used for agriculture and many open fields border the river. The river valley has been declared a landscape protection area and is part of the Natura 2000 network. It is one of the best Hessian areas for species such as Isfugl, Blåstrupe, Dvergrørdrum and Myrrikse. Other birds you can observe in the area are depending on the season Grønnstilk, Heilo, Brushane, Makrellterne, Svartterne, Fiskeørn, Trelerke, Sivhauk, Myrhauk, Enghauk, Dvergfalk, Boltit, Egretthegre, Sangsvane and Jordugle.
You can explore the heart of the area between the villages of Roth and Odenhausen by canoe. A nice way to experience the area and observe birds up close. A a canoe tour is only allowed if you book an authorised tour. See the info below.
Details
Access
To cover the stretch between the villages of Roth and Odenhausen by canoe you can book a tour with Lahntours (see link below). Lahntours has an authorisation to organize these tours. Canoe tours are only possible from 1st May to 20th September (between 9am and 6pm). Entry/exit only at the entry/exit points in Roth and Odenhausen.
Terrain and Habitat
River , Reedbeds , Grassland , Wetland , Lake , Scattered trees and bushesConditions
Wet , Open landscapeCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
Spring , SummerBest time to visit
SpringDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
BoatBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Photo Lahn River near Odenhausen by Klaus Foehl, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons