Description
The Molse zandputten (sand pits) with the De Maat nature reserve is a nature reserve with a great diversity of landscapes. From dry to soggy from acidic to calcareous. A mosaic of hay meadows, deciduous forests, moors, marshes, fens and ponds with reed collars. It houses a record number of dragonfly species. Also a large number of special bird species such as: Common Kingfisher, Golden Oriole, Bluethroat, Cetti's Warbler, Grey Wagtail and European Honey-buzzard.
Details
Access
Parking at Den Diel. Coming from Postel just before the canal and the Baley bridge on the left of the road (see the P on the map). From here you can make a circular walk (9,4 km) that is shown on the map.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest, Wetland, Moors/heathland, Scattered trees and bushesConditions
Flat, Swampy, Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
Spring, All year roundBest time to visit
Autumn migration, Spring migrationRoute
Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoLinks
Birdingplaces Near
Cartierheide & Hapertse heide