Description
The combination of forest and the nearby river Havel provides a nice combination of forestbirds and waterfowl. The Havel river is also used for navigation by migrating flocks of all sorts . The main site is the platform that overlooks the Pechsee (a small protected swampy area) which most years has a pair of breeding Common Crane. From there, there are several interesting sites within walking distance. A good starting point is the Grunewald Turm, which has a large parking lot, a busstop and a restaurant. One could for instance first walk a circle through the forest, take a rest in the restaurant and then another circular walk along the river Havel. Paths are well marked and enriched with information signs about the forest and its wildlife. As it is near the city the location attracts quite a few visitors on weekends and holidays in summer. Not the best place for birders who like to enjoy nature alone. However during weekdays and in autumn or winter it can be very quiet.
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Access
There is a busline that stops at the Grunewald Turm and many walking and biking trails start from there. The Grunewald Turm is also accessible by car and has a large parking lot.
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