Descrição
Ekkerøy is a peninsula on the Varangerfjorden. The Ekkerøy trail leads to one of Europe’s largest bird cliffs with more than 50 birds species and 40000 nesting Gaivota-tridáctila. The nesting cliff and nature reserve are only a five-minute walk from the carpark. There is a marked nature and cultural trail of 1.5 km long through countryside with information boards on the bird life. If you prefer a longer hike, you can just hike around the entire island.This trail takes you all the way along the island’s approx. 7 km long coast line. Among the birds you can encounter are Gaivota-tridáctila, Corvo-marinho-de-crista, Moleiro-parasítico, Alcatraz-comum, Gaivota-argêntea, Pilrito-escuro, Eider de Steller, Eider-real, Eider-edredão, Falaropo-de-bico-fino, Arau-d'asa-branca, Águia-rabalva and many more, see the birdlist below.
Detalhes
Acesso
Located near the road. Good parking facilities. Easy hike along the cliff edge. Click on the P in the map to get directions.


