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Olt River - Dragaşani Section

Valcea  >  Romania

Olt is the longest river of Romania with many dams on it. One of them creates an attractive wetland close to Dragaşani. Great birding location for all seasons.

Added* by Tora Benzeyen
Most recent update 16 marec 2023

Description

Because of the dam, there are several small ponds, canals and islands that attract many waterfowl and waders. The surrounding agricultural lands, reedbeds and bushy areas are rich with passerines, egrets and raptors. There are narrow paths that are used by local fishers that make the area easy to discover. Among the birds you can encounter are čorík bahenný, kaňa močiarna, včelárik zlatý, hrdzavka potápavá, chriašteľ vodný, volavka purpurová, strnádka trstinová and trsteniarik veľký. But many more birds to observe, see the birdlist below.

Details

Access

No public transport available apart from intercity minibuses if you get off on the road. It is a 30 minutes walking distance from Dragaşani city center. It is very easy to get there and discover the whole area by bicycle.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Lake , Mud flats , Agriculture , Scattered trees and bushes , River , Reedbeds

Conditions

Flat , Sandy , Slippery , Dry , Open landscape , High water possible

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Winter , Spring migration , Spring , Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Unpaved road , Narrow trail , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

The main canal is dynamic, especially in winter. But the surrounding agriculture fields, small canals and islands are always on fire and full of surprises. It is possible to camp in the area close to river banks, but be aware of the possibility of immediate water level rise due to the dam. There could be local poachers in the area from time to time. No police or guard cares about the area. It is good to be watchful, especially in the hunting season.

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