Description
The pond is a nature reserve located between the forest and large meadows stretching uphill towards Hinterried cemetery. It is a breeding ground for various duck species, Sakarmeke, and Sutavuðu, but is also visited by Gri balýkçýl and the occasional Karabatak. On calm days, Yalıçapkını can sometimes be observed here.
Details
Access
There is a public car park next to the lake. However, travelling by bus number 912 from Zürich Bellevue or bus number 919 from the Küsnacht train station (both to the bus station Itschnach-Tägermoos) is recommended. You can also reach Rumensee on different walkways leading there from Küsnacht train station in ca. 30 minutes. Besides this, Rumensee can be reached on hiking trails, starting at the Tram station "Rehalp" in Zürich. This hike takes about 60 minutes, leading across the Zolliker Allmend and through the forest to Küsnacht.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Wetland , Grassland , PondConditions
FlatCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Summer , SpringRoute
Wide pathDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The reed belt is home to frogs, toads and alpine newts as well as several dragonfly species.
Next to the lake, there is a picnic area with a playground and fire pit.