Descrição
The port of Chevroux cuts right through the largest reed area in Switzerland, the Grande Cariçaie on the eastern shore of Lake Neuchâtel. The geographical layout is similar to that in nearby Gletterens, Estavayer or Yvonand, shaped by four habitat types: riparian forests (1) transition into reeds (2) and then into the lake (3). The fourth habitat is the park-like pier (4), which - as in the other places - features a marina and a bathing beach. Worth mentioning is the somewhat hidden platform that offers a good view of the reeds (including a colony of Corvo-marinho-de-faces-brancas).
The species you can observe here (in total, 225 are recorded) are also comparable to those at the other sites: the forest is home to Cuco-canoro and Papa-figos, from the reeds you’ll hear Chapim-de-bigode, Felosa-unicolor, Garça-pequena and Rouxinol-grande-dos-caniços, the transition zone provides some space for Maçarico-das-rochas, and on the water you’ll see various ducks and Mergulhão-de-crista. Andorinha-do-mar-comum breed some years and can be observed on the pilings. Rabirruivo-preto nests on the buildings and Rabirruivo-de-testa-branca in the bushes. The pier offers a good spot to watch waders and birds of prey migrating along the lake during the right periods.
There’s not much space for resting birds though; in Chevroux, recreational use dominates. If you can choose, you’ll probably prefer the shores at Gletterens, Estavayer, Yvonand or of course the two great reserves at Yverdon (south) or the Fanel / Chablais de Cudrefin (north). Worth highlighting is the pier, which extends far into the lake and gives a good overview of the area. Especially from October to March there are chances for interesting winter visitors: Mergulhão-de-pescoço-ruivo and Merganso-de-poupa are reported regularly, the rare Zarro-bastardo quite often. There is one record each of rarities like Moleiro-pomarino, Pato-fusco and Cisne-pequeno. In November 2021 and 2022, a Escrevedeira-das-neves was observed.
Detalhes
Acesso
The port of Chevroux is located on the eastern shore of Lake Neuchâtel. The entire area is wheelchair accessible. It’s best reached by bus from Payerne. Local parking spaces are scarce.
Terreno e Habitat
Floresta , Terras húmidas , Camas de junco , Lago , PraiaCondições
PlanoCaminho circular
Nãoé útil um telescópio?
SimBoa temporada de observação de aves
Durante todo o anoMelhor hora para visitar
Inverno , Migração da primaveraRota
Caminho largo , Estrada pavimentadaCaminho dificil
FácilAcessível por
Pé , Bicicleta , Cadeira de rodasAbrigo/plataforma deobservação de aves
SimInformação extra
If you’re birding here, you’ll usually find yourself alone among recreational visitors; an early morning visit is recommended.


