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Steinhorster Becken

Delbrück, Nordrhein-Westfalen  >  Germany

Nature reserve of 80 hectares with a mosaic of habitats, like reedbeds, freshwater lakes and wetlands. An ideal spot for many species of bird.

Added* by Andreas
Most recent update 7 жовтня 2026

Description

The Steinhorster Becken is a fairly recent, human-made, nature reserve consisting of a mosaic of habitats, like reedbeds, freshwater ponds with islands and wetlands. The area serves as both resting and foraging for many species of bird.

In winter, the area is great for observing ducks, geese and herons, like Чернь чубата, Широконіска північна, Казарка білощока, Гуска білолоба, Чапля сіра and Чепура велика. The ponds are also a great place to observe Крех великий.

In spring, the area is used by Журавель сірий to rest when migrating northwards to their breeding grounds. Other migrating species that often can be found here are Скопа, Лелека чорний and Сапсан. The area is also home to many breeding species, like Мартин звичайний, Чайка чубата, Пірникоза велика and Кульон великий. From 2010 on, the area is also home to a breeding pair of Лелека білий.

Details

Access

The Steinhorster Becken is located north of the town of Delbrück. A parking area is available at Westerwieher Strasse. Press P on the map for directions to the parking. You can make a circular route of about 5 km, both walking and cycling.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Grassland , River , Mud flats

Conditions

Flat , Wet , 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 , Spring

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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