Beschrijving
Until 19th century hydrological works of the Jura correction, Petersinsel (St Peter's Island) was an island. But the lowering of the water level in Lake Biel disclosed a shallow area that connected the island to the mainland at Erlach (Cernier). This 5 km long and narrow alley converted the island into a peninsula and is now a protected area, part of the Grosses Moos Important Bird Area (IBA). A track leads to the former island through reedbeds and meadows. Halfway there is an observation tower with views over tyhe reedbeds and the lake.
In winter, the area is good for Blauwe Kiekendief , Klapekster and Watersnip . In spring, many species typical of reedbeds can be seen or heard: Snor , Sprinkhaanzanger , Grote Karekiet , Woudaap . Year round there are possibilities to see or hear Waterral and Baardman . The lake around the peninsula is frequented by ducks and grebes including: Grote Zaagbek , Fuut and Witoogeend .
Details
Toegang
In Erlach / Cernier there are several parking places (paying in summer, free in winter). There is a bus service to Ins (postauto B 521 52139 ) with train connections to Neuchatel and Bern.
Terrein en leefgebied
Wetland , Rietvelden , MeerOmstandigheden
VlakRondlopende wandeling mogelijk?
JaTelescoop meenemen?
Kan handig zijnWanneer hier vogels kijken?
Het hele jaarToptijd voor dit gebied
Voorjaarstrek , NajaarstrekRoute
Breed pad , Onverharde wegZwaarte wandeling
GemakkelijkToegankelijk via
Te voet , Fiets , RolstoelVogelkijkhut aanwezig?
JaExtra info
In summer there is a restaurant in the former clunisian monastry is open and provides a nice stop.
Links
- 'Grosses Moos' plain and Niederried reservoir
- SBB (Swiss Railways)
- Postbus (bus connections and timetables)

