Birdwatching tour

On the Birdwatching Tour you cycle through the best areas to observe the water birds of the Elbe River landscape up close. Numerous storks wade through the wet meadows of the Sudeniederung, and from a distance, cranes can be heard with their trumpeting calls. White-tailed eagles, lapwings, and many other species can also be spotted here. The marsh landscape on both sides of the Elbe is irreplaceable as a breeding and resting area for over 150 bird species. They are also a popular destination for migratory birds. Every year, more than 40,000 geese from the north come here to winter – a fascinating spectacle. Several viewing platforms along the route offer the opportunity for undisturbed observation. Detailed information about the birdlife along the Elbe is also provided by the exhibitions at the Elbtalaue Biosphaerium in Bleckede and at the Storkenkate in Preten. The scenic beauty of the Elbe River and marsh landscapes completes the Birdwatching Tour.