Description
The Alfsee flood retention basin was created in the 1970s to prevent flooding. The area is designated as a EU bird sanctuary. It consists of a main basin and a reserve basin to the north, which is much more natural. The main lake is also heavily used for tourism. The most recommendable is the visit in winter, when masses of water birds like Northern Shoveler, Tufted Duck, Eurasian Wigeon, Goosander rest here. The lake is large and would certainly also be suitable for loons and sea ducks. In 2020 a Pygmy Cormorant visited the area.
Details
Access
There are plenty of parking spaces around the lake. The best way to get around the lake is by bike. The Rieste train station is nearby. The route that is shown on the map below has a total length of 15 km.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland, Lake, Scattered trees and bushesConditions
FlatCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
WinterRoute
Wide pathDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot, BicycleBirdwatching hide / platform
YesLinks
Birdingplaces Near
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