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Okolica Albena

Albena  >  Bulgaria

A very nice area for observing migratory and breeding birds. A good place to observe Alpine Swift and Red-rumped Swallow.

Added* by Marek Bebłot
Most recent update 23 December 2021

Description

Okolica Albena is a rugged and rocky part of the Black Sea shore north of the village of Albena. The bushes, cliffs, beach and sea attract a variety of birds. It is great place to observe such birds as Squacco Heron and Little Egret, as well as Black-winged Stilt. But also good for observing birds like Red-rumped Swallow, Alpine Swift, Black-headed Bunting and Pied Wheatear.

Details

Access

Follow the coastal road from Albena to Balchik and you will pass the area. The place is easy accessible from the resorts of Albena.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Sea , Canyon/cliff , Beach

Conditions

Flat , Mountainous , Sandy , Rocky , High water possible

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Spring , Autumn , Summer

Best time to visit

Autumn migration , Summer , Spring migration

Route

Paved road , Unpaved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

Polecam miejsce w czasie majowego wypoczynku

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