Groov'sches Loch

Nordrhein-Westfalen > Germany

A wetland in the heart of Neuss, that almost feels like a kind of mangrove forest. Especially beautiful at sunrise.

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Most recent update 30 január 2026

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Description

Groov'sches Loch is a former clay pit that over time transformed into a natural wetland with a dense vegetation of alder and willow trees. The area provides habitat for birds like Nílusi lúd, Jégmadár, tengelic, Nagy fakopáncs, Egerészölyv, hegyi billegető, and Szürke gém.

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Access

Groov'sches Loch is located on the southern outskirts of Neuss. The best place to park is in the residential area of Pomona in Neuss. From there it's a short walk to Groov'sches Loch. Press P on the map for directions to a parking spot.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Forest , Pond , Lake , Mud flats

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

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Top 5 birds

1. hegyi billegető
(Motacilla cinerea)

2. Nagy fakopáncs
(Dendrocopos major)

3. Jégmadár
(Alcedo atthis)

4. Nílusi lúd
(Alopochen aegyptiaca)

5. Kárókatona
(Phalacrocorax carbo)

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