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Lake Zürich - Horgen

ZH  >  Switzerland

Big lake that is rich in birds, especially in winter.

Added* by August Pfluger
Most recent update 12 Kasım 2021

Description

Lake Zürich (Zürichsee) is a big lake extending southeast of the city of Zürich. There are many points along the banks of the lake to check out the birdlife. Like this point in Horgen. Especially in winter more waterfowl can be seen on the lake, including Kızılboyunlu batağan and Gümüş martı. Common birds to see are Kuğu, Bahri, Gri balýkçýl, Karabağ martı and several species of ducks. Macar ördeği is breeding and wintering on the lake.

Details

Access

Parking directly next to the viewing point (see the map).

Terrain and Habitat

Lake

Conditions

Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Winter

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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Map

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