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Lake Nemrut

Bitlis  >  Turkey

The Nemrut Crater Lake is the second largest crater lake in the world. The landscape is impressive for both birders and nature enthusiasts.

Added* by Lider Sinav
Most recent update 5 január 2023

Description

The Nemrut Crater Lake has vegetation that is very interesting for birdwatching. However, there is the brown bear (Ursus arctos) that needs to be take into account. This is an ex-breeding habitat of the turpan tmavý. In the area you can see several steppe species as well once the snow has melted in spring. Among the birds you can encounter are kuropta čukar, jarabica poľná, strnádka záhradná, skaliar pestrý, strakoš kolesár, brhlík skalný, Hýľovec hnedý, myšiak hrdzavý and skaliarik škrapový.

Details

Access

You can reach the area best by car. It is close to Tatvan district of Bitlis. You can find accommodation in Tatvan which is close to the area. There is no public transport to reach the lake area. Click on a P in the map for directions or coordinates.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Mountain , Lake , Reedbeds , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Dry , Open landscape , Mountainous , Wet , Slippery

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Winter , Spring migration , Autumn migration , Summer , Spring , Autumn

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Unpaved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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