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Düne - Helgoland

Sleeswijk-Holstein  >  Germany

A low-lying island in the North Sea, located next to Helgoland, with a good chance of beach and sea birds. Also a good chance of seeing seals.

Added* by Christiaen MOUS
Most recent update 28 mart 2024

Description

The island is untouched despite the day tourists who come here or summer guests who have a bungalow here. It consists entirely of dunes and is covered with shrubs in the center. The island is ideal for winter visitors and migratory birds. Be sure to stop at the 2 pools in the center of the island. There you have a good chance to see nice species up close like Siva muharica, Bela pliska ssp yarrellii, Grey-headed Wagtail (thunbergi), Barski petlovan en Trstenjak mlakar.

Details

Access

You can only reach this island by ferry from the main island, Helgoland (departure point: Landungsbrücke), or with Inselflieger (FLN) from Harle. You can only explore the area on foot. Bicycle rental is not possible here. Dogs and small animals are not allowed here! There is 1 restaurant and 1 mini-supermarket on the island. No possibility to buy souvenirs or any natural history books about this island or Helgoland. Be vigilant and keep 30 meters away from the seals. You will be checked to see if you follow the rules. Especially during the seal season.

Terrain and Habitat

Sea , Beach , Dunes , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat , Sandy , Open landscape

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration , Winter

Route

Unpaved road , Paved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Boat

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

The bird list only shows the species that have been observed from January 2022 up to and including the present (20/06/2023).

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