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Description
Until 19th century hydrological works of the Jura correction, Petersinsel (St Peter's Island) was an island. But the lowering of the water level in Lake Biel disclosed a shallow area that connected the island to the mainland at Erlach (Cernier). This 5 km long and narrow alley converted the island into a peninsula and is now a protected area, part of the Grosses Moos Important Bird Area (IBA). A track leads to the former island through reedbeds and meadows. Halfway there is an observation tower with views over tyhe reedbeds and the lake.
In winter, the area is good for Χειμωνόκιρκος , Διπλοκεφαλάς and (Κοινό) Μπεκατσίνι . In spring, many species typical of reedbeds can be seen or heard: Καλαμοτριλιστής , Θαμνοτριλιστής , Τσιχλοποταμίδα , (Ευρωπαϊκός) Μικροτσικνιάς . Year round there are possibilities to see or hear (Ευρωπαϊκή) Νεροκοτσέλα and Μουστακαλής . The lake around the peninsula is frequented by ducks and grebes including: Χηνοπρίστης , Σκουφοβουτηχτάρι and (Ευρωπαϊκη) Βαλτόπαπια .
Details
Access
In Erlach / Cernier there are several parking places (paying in summer, free in winter). There is a bus service to Ins (postauto B 521 52139 ) with train connections to Neuchatel and Bern.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , Reedbeds , LakeConditions
FlatCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring migration , Autumn migrationRoute
Wide path , Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , WheelchairBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
In summer there is a restaurant in the former clunisian monastry is open and provides a nice stop.
Links
- 'Grosses Moos' plain and Niederried reservoir
- SBB (Swiss Railways)
- Postbus (bus connections and timetables)