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Heidbendener Teiche

Nordrhein-Westfalen  >  Germany

Former fishing pond, silted up from the sides, with an alder marsh character. Easily accessible from the road.

Added* by Nils Havertz
Most recent update 11 marts 2026
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Description

Heidbendener Teiche is a recreation area near the city of Aachen with an interesting small pond and a stream in the immediate vicinity of a beautiful mixed deciduous forest. Perfect for combining a walk with birdwatching. Birds you can observe include Sølvhejre, Isfugl, Rørhøne, Blishøne, Nilgås, Gråand, Bjergvipstjert, Fiskehejre, Skarv, Sumpmejse, Canadagås, Sumpmejse, Grønsisken, Stor Flagspætte, Mellemflagspætte, and Lille Flagspætte.

Details

Access

The Heidbendener pond is about a 20-minute bike ride from Aachen city center. A parking lot at the Lintertfriedhof cemetery is about 400 meters away. Press P on the map for directions. The pond is also easily accessible by bus, the bus stop (1) is right at the pond. The best spot for birdwatching is accessible to everyone via a paved path.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Pond , Forest , Grassland

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Autumn

Route

Paved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Car , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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