Description
The city of Bern holds a surprising variety of interesting birds. A stroll along the Aare river is enjoyable throughout the year and produces interesting species such as Белобрюхий стриж, Скальная ласточка, Большой крохаль, Оляпка, Обыкновенный зимородок and Горная трясогузка.
Details
Access
The easiest way is to access the city by public transport and start the walk from the main station (Hauptbahnhof). There is a footpath along the Aare river, so the area is best explored by foot. The route suggested on the map is 4,4 km.
Terrain and Habitat
City/village , RiverConditions
Circular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
All year roundRoute
Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The walk passes through some places of interest such as the Botanical Garden of the University of Bern which is worth a visit on its own. During the summer months you can enjoy a drink at Cafe Fleuri while enjoying the spectacular view of the Aare and spotting species such as Белобрюхий стриж, Красный коршун, Пустельга обыкновенная, Обыкновенный дубонос. Halfway the walk is the Bear Park (Barengraben) which is also a good spot to watch out for the Оляпка and the Горная трясогузка.

