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Sandgruben am Föhrenbuck

Bavaria  >  Germany

The Sandgruben am Föhrenbuck offer nice birdwatching opportunities, with open sandy areas and sparse vegetation attracting a few specialized bird species.

Ajouté* par Thomas Jungbauer
Dernière actualisation 23 novembre 2025
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Description

The sand pits at Föhrenbuck, located in the southern part of Nuremberg, are part of a designated nature reserve (NSG) that protects a unique dry and sandy habitat. The area includes former sand extraction sites, open sandy ground, sparse pine woodland, and patches of dry grassland. These habitats support a limited but interesting range of bird species adapted to open, nutrient-poor environments.

Birdwatching at Föhrenbuck is not characterized by large numbers of waterbirds or forest species but rather by the presence of birds typical of dry, open, and early-successional habitats. Common sightings include Martin-pêcheur d'Europe, Pipit des arbres, and Pie-grièche écorcheur in summer. The open landscape also attracts Faucon crécerelle and the occasional Faucon hobereau. During migration, the area can host Pipit farlouse, Traquet motteux, and other ground-feeding species.

While bird diversity is not especially high, the site is notable for its specialized species and the opportunity to observe birds in a rare habitat type within an urban setting.

Détails

Accès

Sandgruben am Föhrenbuck is located on the southern outskirts of Nuremberg. The area can be reached by car and parking is available. Press P on the map for directions to a parking. The site is well connected by public transport. Tram line 6 and several bus lines stop at "Klinikum Süd," which is just a few minutes' walk from the reserve. From the tram stop, follow signs toward "Föhrenbuck" or "Sandgruben."

The area is also easily accessible by bike via local cycling routes from central Nuremberg or surrounding districts. The terrain is mostly flat, and bike racks can be found at the reserve entrance.

Terrain et Habitat

Zone humide , Prairie , Arbres et buissons disséminés , Étang , Roselière

Conditions

Plat , Sablonneux

Boucle

Oui

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Saison idéale pour observer

Automne , Eté , Printemps

Meilleure période pour une visite

Printemps , Automne , Migration automnale , Migration printanière

Itinéraire

Route non pavée , Sentier étroit , Sentier large

Niveau de difficulté de l'itinéraire

Facile

Accessible via

A pied , Vélo

Observatoire/hutte d'observation

Non

Informations supplémentaires

The nature reserve “Sandgruben am Föhrenbuck” was officially designated on February 26, 1992, making it the first nature reserve within the city of Nuremberg. Covering 21.3 hectares, it is located in the southern part of the city between Marthweg, Wiener Straße, and the “Süd” residual waste deposit site.

The main purpose of the protection is to preserve the former sand extraction areas as an undisturbed habitat for a rich variety of animal and plant life, including a large number of endangered species. Despite its location within an urban setting, the area supports a unique ecological community adapted to dry, sandy, and nutrient-poor conditions. In addition to its value for birdlife, the Föhrenbuck is also known for its diverse insect fauna, including wild bees, grasshoppers, and butterflies, which benefit from the open landscape.

Educational signs along the walking paths provide insights into the site's geology, flora, and fauna, making it a valuable destination for both nature observation and environmental education.

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