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Leuk

Wallis  >  Switzerland

Leuk is a large protected area where you can see many mountain bird species, but also southern bird species.

Added* by Jonas Kraft
Most recent update 1 juli 2021

Description

The area of Leuk has many different habitats and holds many endangered species, including Slangeørn, Bieter, Alpekråke and Lammegribb. The most important areas are the Pfynwald, the Bannwald and the Leukerfeld.

Details

Access

By train from Brig. There is a large car park at the train station.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Plain , Mountain , Canyon/cliff , Steppe , Agriculture , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , Valley , River , City/village

Conditions

Mountainous , Rocky , Dry

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Summer , Spring migration , Autumn , Spring , Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Unpaved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

On Birdingplaces there is also a detailed description of the Leukerfeld.

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