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Gaulosen Naturreservat

Trondheim  >  Norway

This wetland at a river mouth south of Trondheim is the last intact, larger river outlet in Trøndelag. At low tide large mudflats become exposed.

Added* by Thiemo Karwinkel
Most recent update 14 august 2024

Description

Gaulosen Naturreservat is one of the few lowland wetlands in the otherwise very rocky and steep coastal landscape of Norway. During both the spring and autumn migration, several thousand waterbirds and shorebirds gather here for resting and feeding. The birds are concentrated in this bay. Over 200 different bird species have been recorded here. This is a very high number this far north. Over 40 bird species nest within the area.

Details

Access

Gaulosen Naturreservat is located 20 km south of Trondheim. You can go either to the northern or the southern part of the reserve. Decide on the basis of the daytime, as looking into the sun can prevent you from seeing anything. Both sides are reachable by regional bus line from Trondheim (see the star on the map for the location of the bus stop). Both sides also have parking spaces for cars. Press a P on the map for directions to a parking.

There is theoretical a rudder boat service to the other side, but you have to book it in advance with some local people, so in practice it is not usable.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Sea , River

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Spring , Summer , Autumn

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Unpaved road , Narrow trail , Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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