Rate birdingplace Parc Natural dels Aiguamolls de l'Empordà
Description
The Aiguamolls de l'Empordà constitute an area very rich in fauna, especially in birds which have very interesting habitats of refuge and rest for those who are migratory. They are mainly birds linked to aquatic and marine environments (ardeidae, passeriformes, anatidae, laridae, shorebirds, etc.). In the hibernating, resident and nesting avifauna, there are also interesting species such as Rândunică roșcată, Nagâț, Găinușă albastră, Rață cârâitoare and many others.
Details
Access
Located between Empuriabrava and San Pere Pescador. Entrances of the park are on GIV-6216 road. Click on a P in the map for directions.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Wetland , Dunes , Lake , Mud flatsConditions
Flat , Open landscape , WetCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring , Spring migration , Autumn migrationRoute
Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Foot , WheelchairBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
Open every day. Acces to El Cortalet Car park is 5 €.
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Este Parque Natural pertenece al Convenio de Ramsar. Se trata de un humedal tìpico mediterráneo esencial para el descanso de las aves migratorias en su largo recorrido estacional. Presenta tres Reservas Naturales Integrales: marismas costeras y aguas salobres, isla fluvial y de aguas más interiores dulces
Las mejores épocas para visitarlo son otoño y parte de invierno, cuando las aves migratorias pasan en su camino hacia el sur, y la primavera, a su vuelta hacia regiones del centro, este y norte de Europa.
Very interesting place, but avoid visiting in July-August because many noisy family tourists, few birds and generally overwhelming sun.
So many cool species, like Dumbrăveancă, Flamingo roz, Piciorong, Stârc de noapte, Țigănuș, Fluierar de lac, Fluierar negru and Sitar de mal.
Unfortunately, the severe drought currently affecting the North-East of Catalonia means that there are far fewer birds than in other years.
Despite the drought, it was a surprising interesting place to hear and see so many birds, some good work taking place. Expansion plans?
Really enjoyed this place with nice huts and different places to observe many species. Especially nice to see the Flamingo roz s and even saw Astrild cu cioc roșu s, a real treat. There's a nice small outdoor cafeteria at the main entrance and parking lot.