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Dockkoog

Nordfriesland  >  Germany

The Dockkoog near Husum is a low-lying coastal area located directly behind the sea dike west of the town.

Añadido* por Leo Schindler
Última actualización 14 julio 2025
Este birdingplace aún no ha sido calificado. Sea el primero en calificar con 1 a 5 estrellas

Descripción

The Dockkoog is located right on the edge of the Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park and consists of salt meadows, drainage ditches, and mudflats. While not among the most prominent birdwatching areas in northern Germany, the Dockkoog offers opportunities to observe a range of typical coastal and migratory bird species throughout the year. Especially during spring and autumn, species such as Ostrero Euroasiático, Zarapito Real, Archibebe Común and various ducks and geese - particularly Barnacla Carinegra - can be observed feeding and resting in the area.

The open landscape provides good visibility, although there is no specific infrastructure such as hides or observation towers for birdwatchers. According to sightings reported on ornitho.de, Búho Campestre have occasionally been recorded in the wider Husum area, particularly near the harbour during the winter months. Songbirds such as Zorzal Real, Zorzal Charlo, Chochín Común, and Carbonero Común may also be encountered along the edges of nearby wooded zones, though these are less typical for the Dockkoog itself.

The site is easy to reach from Husum by foot or bicycle and can serve as a convenient stop for casual birdwatching. While the species diversity is moderate compared to larger reserves along the North Sea coast, the Dockkoog remains a quiet and accessible area for observing common waders and waterfowl in their natural coastal habitat.

Detalles

Accesso

The Dockkoog is located just west of Husum town center and is easily accessible. From the center, a direct route via Dockkoogstraße leads all the way to the sea dike. The distance is approximately 2 to 3 kilometers and can be comfortably covered on foot or by bicycle. The area is also accessible by car, with limited parking available at the end of the road near the dike. There is no direct public bus service to the Dockkoog itself, but regional buses stop nearby. Visitors arriving by train can reach the site from Husum railway station in about 30 to 40 minutes on foot.

Terreno y habitat

Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Pradera , Humedal , Mar , Cañizos , Agricultura

Condiciones

Plano , Montañoso , Paisaje abierto , Nivel del agua alto probable , Sin sombra , Resbaladizo

Camino circular

No

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Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Invierno , Otoño , Primavera

Mejor momento para visitar

Migración de otoño , Migración de primavera

Ruta

Camino ancho , Camino pavimentado , Camino estrecho

Camino difícil de andar

Fácil

Accesible vía

Bicicleta , A pie , Coche

Escondite de observación / plataforma

No

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