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Kliekener Aue

Sachsen-Anhalt  >  Germany

Kliekener Aue is part of the Biosphere reserve Mittlere Elbe in Sachsen Anhalt. It is a floodplain area around an old arm of the River Elbe.

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Most recent update 5 februarie 2026
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Description

The Kliekener Aue is situated in a dynamic river landscape around old river arm of Alte Elbe. The area is repeatedly flooded. This has resulted in floodplain forest, oxbow lakes, tributary channels of the river and wet meadows. The Elbe valley is a paradise for birds and Klieken is no exception. Birds you can observe include Corb, Sfrâncioc roșiatic, Silvie de câmp, Presură galbenă, Lăcar mare, Codalb, Gaie roșie, Cocor and several species of ducks, grebes, waders and herons. Otter and beaver also occur.

Details

Access

Kliekener Aue is located 12 km northeast of Dessau, close to the village of Klieken. You can park in the village of Klieken and walk from there along the Kliekener Aue floodplain trail. This circular trail is about 6 km. Along the trail there are two observation towers which offer views over the Alte Elbe from two different points. Press P on the map for directions to Klieken.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Wetland , Grassland , River , Pond , Reedbeds

Conditions

High water possible , Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Autumn migration

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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