Descrição
The Altrhein Kleiner Bodensee is a meander cutoff of the river Rhine and a nature reserve. The neighbouring lake (gravel pit), Alb stream and mixed woodland complete the rich array of habitats. Throughout the year, various wetland birds can be seen on the waterbodies: Pato-real, Mergulhão-de-crista, Marrequinha-comum, Frisada, Gaivota-de-patas-amarelas and Corvo-marinho-de-faces-brancas (including a sizeable nesting colony) are present for most of the year.
In winter, small groups of Zarro-negrinha, Pato-olho-d'ouro and Pato-trombeteiro can also be seen. In late spring and summer Andorinha-do-mar-comum and Milhafre-preto can be seen over / near the lake. In spring and summer, the surrounding woodlands and lakeside undergrowth are home to a number of interesting species. Both Papa-moscas-cinzento and Papa-moscas-preto can be heard and observed here. With a bit of luck, you might be treated to the otherworldly techno-style song and a glimpse of an Felosa-icterina.
The surrounding woodland is also a great place to observe woodpeckers. With luck and patience it is possible to observe Pica-pau-malhado-grande, Pica-pau-mediano, Pica-pau-malhado-pequeno, Pica-pau-verde, Pica-pau-cinzento and Pica-pau-preto.
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Acesso
Altrhein Kleiner Bodensee is located directly north of the city of Karlsruhe. It is possible to walk or cycle around the lake. The circular path is just over 5 km long. There are good parking possibilities, but some paths are tricky to access for people with mobility issues. Click on a P in the map for directions to a parking spot.
