Description
We regularly stay at camping Le Muret near Saint-Salvadou. This campsite is a bird magnet in the region. In the summer you can frequently observe Иволга, but also Серая мухоловка hunting insects above the local lakes. From the campsite you can take a beautiful circular walk (5 km, see the map, good walking legs recommended) that leads you through varied habitats. For example, in 2022 we saw young Обыкновенный жулан who were still being fed on the electrical cables . Other birds you can see in the area are: Удод, Огородная овсянка, Красный коршун, Чёрный коршун, Обыкновенная горлица, Мухоловка-пеструшка, Серая неясыть, Ворон, Канюк, Красноголовый королёк, Средний пёстрый дятел, Большой пёстрый дятел, Обыкновенный поползень, Лазоревка, Большая синица, Пеночка-трещотка, Пеночка-весничка, Короткопалая пищуха and Серая цапля.
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Français: Une zone vallonnée est caractérisée par des lacs, des champs, des bois et de nombreux buissons et murs de terre avec de vieux arbres qui séparent les parcelles agricoles. Depuis camping Le Muret, vous pouvez faire une belle promenade circulaire (5 km, voir la carte) qui vous mène à travers des habitats variés.
Details
Access
The area is best explored on foot. It is extremely quiet, so every sound will betray your presence. On the other hand, some birds can be heard from a great distance. You can park opposite camping Le Muret (click on the P in the map for directions). There you can treat yourself to an espresso or a beer after your walk. The marked route (5 km) is largely on the asphalt road. The gradients in the area are impressive, so unfortunately unsuitable for wheelchairs.
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Français: Mieux exploré à pied. Vous pouvez vous garer en face du camping Le Muret (cliquez sur le P du plan pour l'itinéraire). Le parcours (5 km) est en grande partie sur la route goudronnée. Les dénivelés de la promenade sont impressionnants, donc malheureusement inadaptés aux fauteuils roulants.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes , Plateau , Agriculture , Lake , MountainConditions
Hilly , Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
Summer , SpringBest time to visit
SummerRoute
Paved roadDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
I myself have only visited this area in the summer. Very curious if there are birdwatchers who have experience with this area in the winter months. Please leave a comment at the bottom of this page and I can include your experiences in the text.


