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Description
A visit to Dhünntalsperre is particularly worthwhile in winter, as many ducks hibernate on the reservoir. Every year, rarities such as Crnogrli morski gnjurac, Veliki morski gnjurac, Ušati gnjurac, Riđovrati gnjurac and Baršunasti turpan are reported in winter. A Veliki svračak has overwintered on the clear-cut areas in recent years and Poljska eja and Sivi soko can also be observed in winter.
With a bit of luck, you may see Ribar on migration. In summer Crna roda, Osičar and Lastavičar are among the area's highlights. The birds that can be observed all year round include Ćubasta patka, Gavran, Vodenkos, Čižak and many more. Note that a scope is very helpful to ID the different species, that can be far away on the water body. If you dont want to hike 12 km you can go to the dam and watch birds from there. You can check what species were observed on Ornitho.de, choose NW and then GL to acess the district, where the reservoir is located.
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The Dhünntalsperre is located in the Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis, between the towns of Wermelskirchen, Wipperfürth, Kürten, and Odenthal in the Bergisches Land. It's the second-largest drinking water reservoir in Germany. This 12 km circular walk is located in the easternmost part of the reservoir and starts near the village of Hutsherweg. Press P on the map for directions to the parking.