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Description
Naturstrand Hilgenriedersiel is part of the National Park Wadden Sea. The natural beach of Hilgenriedersiel is the unique possibility to visit the edge of the salt marsh going into the sea. Even swimming is allowed. At most other places, entering that far into the national park is prohibited. Therefore you can also experience the typical Wadden Sea birds much closer. Especially in winter you can see Sarıgagalı ketenkuşu, Mahmuzlu kirazkuşu or kaya incirkuşu closer than usual. During the summertime you can see Kızılbacak and Çayır incirkuşu up close. A Wadden Sea experience worth a visit. You can also check the whole salt marsh around this place, to the east extending to Neßmersiel and to the West towards Norddeich.
Details
Access
There is a parking spot on the other side of the dike. Click on the P in the map to get directions to the parking spot. With a bike, you can make a tour along the North sea coast, covering a big area of salt marsh, e.g. from Norddeich (train station) via Neßmersiel, Dornumersiel, Bensersiel to Esens (train station). The Naturstrand Hilgenriedersiel is only accessible on foot. Be aware, that it can be very muddy!
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , Sea , GrasslandConditions
High water possibleCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Winter , SpringRoute
Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Consider the tides (see the link to the tides table below)! Please stick to the rules of the National Park.