Description
Glinara in Višnjica is a 550 metres long loess buttress formed by past clay excavation for nearby brickyards, surrounded by agricultural and ruderal habitats, forests, thickets and hedgerows. Birds include 300+ pairs of Bieter, making it the largest bee-eater colony in Serbia, 100+ pairs of Stær, 10+ pairs of cliff-holes nesting Tårnseiler, also Skjære, locally specialised in preying upon adult bee-eaters, plus Kirkeugle and Hortulan.
Details
Access
Glinara clay pit lies at the edge of the Višnjička banja suburb. Zoom in on the map and click on the "P" (parking) sign for driving directions.
Terrain and Habitat
Grassland , Canyon/cliffConditions
No shadow , Open landscapeCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
SpringBest time to visit
SpringRoute
Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The surrounding 30-hectare area has been protected by the Law on Nature Protection as a site of local significance since 2024 (Official Gazette of the City of Belgrade 2024).
