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Kessenich

Limburg  >  Belgium

Lakes along the river Meuse that were once created from gravel extraction. The area has mudflat areas and reedbeds.

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Most recent update 17 november 2025
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Description

These large lakes near the village of Kessenich attract many birds. The lakes have easily observable quiet zones. The reedbed has a constructed observation point. žvižgavka, žličarica, navadna čigra and mali deževnik breed in the area, bobnarica nests in the reedbed. Also slavec can be observed. It is a very nice place for birdwatching, best visited in May (nesting season) or in winter (overwintering site for waterfowl).

Details

Access

The village of Kessenich lies along the Meuse River. Several parking areas are available. Press P on the map for directions. Cycling is possible, except for the reedbed (path). The trails are signposted from the village. The circular route shown on the map is about 4,5 km.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , River , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , Pond , Reedbeds , Beach , Mud flats

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Winter , Spring

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

The remarkable village of Thorn (NL) is in the immediate vicinity.

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