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Furillen

Gotland  >  Sweden

Relatively large island on the eastern shores of Gotland. It holds large forests and coastal meadows. The northern part is a nature reserve.

Added* by Ludwig Gustafsson
Most recent update 3 junij 2022

Description

The island Furillen is strategically located during bird migration. Making it a prime stopover for migrating waterfowl, waders on the coastal meadows, and passerine bird in the forests. Migrating waterfowl can also be seen passing by.

Details

Access

The island of Furillen is connected to the island of Gotland by a bridge. To get to Gotland from the mainland you have to take a ferry or fly. There are 2 parking spots at the Furillen nature reserve in the northern part of the island. These are next to the birdwatching towers. Click on the P in the map to get directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Scattered trees and bushes , Beach , Mud flats , Sea , Agriculture

Conditions

Flat , Hilly

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Autumn , Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car , Boat

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

The island is also called Furilden.

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