Descrição
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 Tartaranhão-azulado , Picanço-grande and Narceja-comum . In spring, many species typical of reedbeds can be seen or heard: Felosa-unicolor , Felosa-malhada , Rouxinol-grande-dos-caniços , Garça-pequena . Year round there are possibilities to see or hear Frango-d'água and Chapim-de-bigode . The lake around the peninsula is frequented by ducks and grebes including: Merganso-grande , Mergulhão-de-crista and Zarro-castanho .
Detalhes
Acesso
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.
Terreno e Habitat
Terras húmidas , Camas de junco , LagoCondições
PlanoCaminho circular
Simé útil um telescópio?
Pode ser útilBoa temporada de observação de aves
Durante todo o anoMelhor hora para visitar
Migração da primavera , Migração de outonoRota
Caminho largo , Estrada não pavimentadaCaminho dificil
FácilAcessível por
Pé , Bicicleta , Cadeira de rodasAbrigo/plataforma deobservação de aves
SimInformação extra
In summer there is a restaurant in the former clunisian monastry is open and provides a nice stop.
Ligações
- 'Grosses Moos' plain and Niederried reservoir
- SBB (Swiss Railways)
- Postbus (bus connections and timetables)

