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Lugnesjön

Gävleborgs län  >  Sweden

Beautiful small nature reserve that covers 36 hectares just a few kilometers from the center of Söderhamn.

Added* by Lars Eriksson
Most recent update 29 august 2023

Description

Lugnesjön nature reserve is a beautiful nature area with a lake surrounded by lush deciduous forest. The shallow and nutritious lake of Lugnesjön is attractive for birds, and is inhabited by among others Hettemåke, Toppand, Kvinand, Vannrikse, Toppdykker and Horndykker. The forest is good for different species of woodpecker and other forest birds. In the southern part of the reserve there are walking and cycling paths. By the lake there are two bird observation towers, one of which is handicapped accessible.

Details

Access

Lugnesjön nature reserve is located just a few kilometers from the center of Söderhamn. From the E4 (entrance to Söderhamn): Turn right at the roundabout against Sandarne. Follow Tvärleden past Hällåsens sports facility and drive straight ahead at the next roundabout. Direct after the villa area on the right side, a forest road goes towards Lugnesjön. Park at the end of the road. Click on the P in the map for directions. From the car park, where there is an information board set up, a path continues east through the entire area. The path is wide and easily accessible wheelchair and bicycle. In the reserve there are two bird observation towers, the western one of which is wheelchair accessible. By the lake eastern part there is a rest area with tables, benches and barbecue area. A marked path runs along the northern and western part of the lake leads to the parking lot.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Lake , Reedbeds

Conditions

Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Spring , Autumn , Summer

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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