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Maglarp Sand Pit

Skåne  >  Sweden

A small nature reserve around an abandoned sand pit, which in recent years has been inhabited by Sweden's only breeding population of čebelar.

Added* by Anders Larsson
Most recent update 27 julij 2024

Description

Part from the čebelar ( 2 pairs summer of 2024) the sand pit also is the home of a colony of breguljka .

Please note: DO NOT ENTER THE AREA EXCEPT AS INSTRUCTED! The birds can be perfectly seen and photographed from the observation platform.

Details

Access

If going by bus take number 146 to the stop Maglarp, then walk SW over the viaduct and follow Hövevägen until you reach the shooting range, then turn S and walk another 100 meters.

If going by car drive road E6 to the Maglarp roundabout, take the western exit and drive to the shooting range.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Summer

Best time to visit

Summer

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

The čebelar are breeding in the sand pit, it is of great importance that they dont get disturbed. Please do not enter the area on alternative routes (there are signs).

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