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Steenberg

Erpe Mere  >  Belgium

When mining stops on Steenberg, nature quickly regains its ground. Thanks to the sandy soil, fauna and flora thrive here.

Added* by De Langhe Pascal
Most recent update 30 September 2021

Description

Steenberg is a former sandstone quarry where nature is given more space. In the higher-lying forest, selective felling and paths ensure that the special vegetation has every opportunity. Among the birds you can see here are Greylag Goose, Canada Goose, Great Spotted Woodpecker, Mallard, Sparrowhawk, Blackcap, Song Thrush, European Stonechat, Common Kingfisher, Common Buzzard and Little Owl.

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Nederlands: Steenberg is een voormalige zandsteengroeve waar de natuur meer ruimte krijgt. Wanneer de ontginning stopt op Steenberg wint de natuur snel terug terrein. Dankzij de zanderige bodem gedijt hier fauna en flora die je in de buurt niet vindt. In het hoger-gelegen bos zorgen selectieve kap en paadjes ervoor dat de bijzondere vegetatie alle kansen krijgt. Onder de vogels die je hier kunt zien zijn Greylag Goose, Canada Goose, Great Spotted Woodpecker, Mallard, Sparrowhawk, Blackcap, Song Thrush, European Stonechat, Common Kingfisher, Common Buzzard en Little Owl.

Details

Access

Parking is possible at the Steenberg sports hall. From there, the area can be explored on foot.

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Nederlands: Parkeren kan bij de sporthal Steenberg. Vandaar is het gebied te voet te verkennen.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Sandy

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Spring , Winter

Best time to visit

Spring , Winter

Route

Paved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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