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Kópavogstjörn

Kópavogur  >  Iceland

Kópavogstjörn is a capital-area hotspot for ducks and gulls during winter.

Added* by Bjørn Penk
Most recent update 21 марта 2026

Description

With a short visit to Kópavogstjörn, you'll be able to observe a handful of the wintering bird species of Iceland. Лебедь-кликун, Серый гусь, Кряква are abundant, Свиязь, Чирок-свистунок, Большой крохаль are common, and the lake is one of the most reliable locations in Iceland for seeing the vagrant Американская свиязь, Чирок-свистунок (American), and Горная трясогузка.

Details

Access

Kópavogstjörn is easiest accessible by car, but bike trails are close by, and so are bus stops. Press P on the map for directions. The walking route indicated on the map is about 0,7 km one way.

Terrain and Habitat

Park , Pond

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Winter

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Links

View other birding spots in the area that are published on Birdingplaces

Map

Top 5 birds

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