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Stora Viken - Götaälv

Ale, Västra Götaland  >  Sweden

Easily accessible birding area with good views of river Götaälv and the wet meadows from a bird observation tower. There are also paths along the river.

Added* by Bengt
Most recent update 3 februar 2022
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Description

Along this part of the river Götaälv the bird life is rich. Especially in birds that thrive on wet meadows and on the river. The Havørn usually patrols along the river bank every day. Among the other birds you can encounter are Heipiplerke, Sivhauk, Enkeltbekkasin, Gulerle, Skjeggmeis and Trane.

Details

Access

The easiest way to get here is by turning the E45 at the exit to Klädkällaren (exit 83). Parking is available adjacent to the area. It is also possible to get here via local transport, stop Stora Viken. A spotting scope is recommended for viewing from the bird tower, but there is also a grove south of the tower where binoculars will do.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Plain , Beach , Mud flats , Scattered trees and bushes , Reedbeds

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Autumn

Route

Unpaved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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