Tourists look at a Razorbill at Hornøya birdwatching site outside of Vardø in Varanger, Norway.
A sea eagle in Henningsvær in Lofoten, Northern Norway
An Atlantic Puffin at Hornøya outside of Vardø in Varanger, Northern Norway
Two poeple sitting in Domen viewpoint by Biptope in Varanger, Northern Norway

Ga vogelen

Neem een foto van de imposante zeearend terwijl hij op zijn avondmaal neerstrijkt.

Aanschouw de grote kolonies van de Atlantische papegaaiduikers terwijl ze aan land komen om te broeden.

Het maakt niet uit of je een fanatieke vogelaar of natuurfotograaf bent. Of misschien ben je gewoon benieuwd naar fascinerende vogels; Noorwegen is voor allen een vogelparadijs!

Vogelen is populair in Noorwegen en er zijn veel vogelobservatoriums om te bezoeken. Bekijk de imposante zeearend tijdens een begeleide tour, maak een foto van schattige Atlantische papegaaiduikers en krijg reistips van een vogelexpert.

Vogels in Noorwegen

In Noorwegen is het leven van de vogels rijk en afwisselend. Hier ga je vogelspotten in de vrijwel ongerepte natuur.

Lente: het natuurlijke lied van de vogels
Opeens bloeit de kust op en zijn er miljoenen vogels. Ook moerasgebieden komen tot leven dankzij de wilde zwanen (Cygnus cygnus), futen, kustvogels en wild gevogelte. Hoor het tikken van een specht of watersnip (Gallinago gallinago), hoe een kievit (Vanellus vanellus) klinkt of spot een auerhoen (Tetrao urogallus).

Levendige zomer
Op het bergplateau van Hardangervidda, in Dovrefjell en in Fokstumyra tref je vogelsoorten aan zoals de morinelplevier (Charadrius morinellus), de grauwe franjepoot (Phalaropus lobatus), de strandleeuwerik (Eremophila alpestris), de blauwborst (Luscinia svecica), de ijsgors (Calcarius lapponicus), de sneeuwgors (Plectrophenax nivalis) en met een beetje geluk de sneeuwuil (Bubo scandiacus).

Lonende herfst
Tijdens de herfst is het hectisch. September en oktober zijn waarschijnlijk de meest lonende maanden, vooral als je op zoek bent naar zeldzamere vogelsoorten. Het schiereiland Lista ligt op het randje van Zuid-Noorwegen, en het eilandje Utsira is een uitgelezen plek om in de herfst vogels te spotten.

Verwondering in de winter
Sommige lokale aanbieders van excursies bieden vogelspotten al eind januari en begin februari aan. Soms doen ze dat met behulp van een zwevende foto-expositie, zoals op het schiereiland Varanger in Noord-Noorwegen.

Ontdek de rijke fauna

Van de ongeveer 9.000 bestaande vogelsoorten hebben er ongeveer 300 hun natuurlijke habitat in Noorwegen. Daarnaast zijn er nog zo'n 200 zeldzamere vogelsoorten die op bepaalde plaatsen en in specifieke jaargetijden te vinden zijn.

Zeearenden kunnen langs de kust van Zuid-Noorwegen en helemaal tot aan Varanger in Noord-Noorwegen worden gespot en er bestaat een groot aanbod van begeleide zeearendexcursies waar je uit kunt kiezen.

'Vogelspotten en spelletjes buitenshuis op je telefoon, zoals Pokémon GO, hebben zeker overeenkomsten die avonturiers aanspreken', zegt Bjørn Olav Tveit, auteur van A Birdwatcher's Guide to Norway.

Het leuke aan vogelspotten is de natuur verkennen op een manier die je anders over het hoofd zou zien. Hoe meer je je in deze hobby verdiept, hoe meer je ontdekt', zegt hij. 'Een zeldzaam exemplaar vinden geeft je hetzelfde gevoel als een heel grote forel vangen. Het draait allemaal om tactiek, kennis en geduld.'

Close-up of a Parrot crossbill on a tree top, Norway

'Neem nou de Noordse boszanger. Die zingt zo rond eind juni maar 2 weken en is alleen te vinden in de dichte berkenbossen rondom de parochiekerk van Neiden in de provincie Finnmark, dicht bij de Russische grens. De rest van het jaar is het zowat onmogelijk deze vogelsoort te vinden.'

'Qua gezang klinkt het wel wat monotoon en saai', geeft Bjørn Olav toe. 'Maar het fascinerende zit hem in de timing, de locatie en het ervaren van de ongerepte natuur. Vooral als je weet dat dit de enige plek in Europa is waar je deze kleine zangvogel kunt aantreffen, want de Noordse boszanger leeft in Siberië.'

Close-up of a Northern Hawk Owl in Norway

Respecteer de natuur

Zowel Noorse als buitenlandse vogelspotters zijn meestal vriendelijke mensen met passie voor het milieu.

'Er is een algemene ongeschreven gedragsregel: respecteer de natuur en de dieren', legt Bjørn Olav uit.

Helaas worden er ondanks dat toch nesten geplunderd. Maar pas op: 'Het zal plaatselijke vogelliefhebbers en bewoners meestal wel opvallen als er mensen of voertuigen verdacht dicht in de buurt van bijvoorbeeld een beschermd nest giervalken komen, en in dat geval wordt de politie gebeld', waarschuwt Bjørn Olav.

'Over het algemeen heeft vogelspotten een positieve invloed op het milieu omdat het veel meer mensen bewust maakt van hoe kwetsbaar de natuur en de wilde dieren zijn,' zegt hij, en voegt daaraan toe: 'Vogelspotters blijven bijvoorbeeld op gepaste afstand door hun smartphones mee te nemen om foto's door hun verrekijker te maken. Je kunt zelfs van een behoorlijke afstand goede geluidsopnames maken.'

Wil je zelf vogels spotten, dan kun je geïllustreerde apps downloaden zoals 'Birds of Northern Europe' en 'Collins Bird Guide' die allebei opnames bevatten van het gezang en de roep van alle vogelsoorten die je tegen zou kunnen komen.

Op de website Artsobservasjoner.no melden vogelspotters uit het hele land hun laatste nieuwtjes.

  • An European Shag at Hornøya outside of Vardø in Varanger, Northern Norway
  • A woman outside of a birdwatching hide made by Biotope in Hamningberg, Varanger, Northern Norway
  • Close-up of a white Rock Ptarmigan in the snow in Norway
  • Tourists look at birds at Hornøya birdwatching site outside of Vardø in Varanger, Norway.

DUURZAAMHEID IN NOORWEGEN

Neem alleen foto's en herinneringen mee

Noorwegen is een land met ongekende natuurlijke schoonheid. Daarom moeten alle lokale inwoners en toeristen zich inzetten om dit landschap en de gemeenschappen en hun manier van leven te sparen.

De Noren leven vanuit de gedachte dat iedereen verantwoordelijkheid is voor natuurbehoud.

Noren doen hun best om alles zoveel mogelijk achter te laten zoals ze het vinden. Ongeacht of je te gast bent in een klein vissersdorpje of erop uit trekt in het landschap, "laat het achter zoals je het wilt vinden" is een mantra wat je je het best eigen kunt maken.

Zie het als een stukje levenskwaliteit, niet alleen voor onze generatie, maar ook voor die van onze (klein)kinderen.

Beter reizen in Noorwegen

Waar kun je wilde vogels spotten

Pak je spullen, trek erop uit, wees geduldig en luister gewoon. Hier volgen een paar fantastische vogelobservatoriums om te bezoeken in Noorwegen.

Een lange kust

De kust is de thuishaven van de befaamde Noorse zeevogelkolonies. Eilanden zoals Runde en Røst zijn bijna Bijbels voor de Noorse ornithologie (vogelkunde) met enorme kolonies Atlantische papegaaiduikers (Fratercula arctica).

Het schiereiland Varanger in Finnmark is ongetwijfeld één van de belangrijkste vogelgebieden van Europa. Hier zijn niet alleen soorten te vinden die typisch zijn voor het Noordpoolgebied zoals de Stellers eider (Polysticta stelleri), de koningseider (Somateria spectabilis), de kortbekzeekoet (Uria lomvia) en de roodkeelpieper (Anthus cervinus), maar ook Scandinavische soorten zoals de sperweruil (Surnia ulula), de drieteenspecht (Picoides tridactylus), de bruinkopmees (Poecile cincta), de taigagaai (Perisoreus infaustus) en de Laplanduil (Strix nebulosa).

In Noord-Noorwegen leeft ook de grootste populatie zeearenden van Europa. Van hieruit heeft deze vogelsoort haar vleugels uitgeslagen naar de meeste Noorse kustgebieden, en arenden uit Noorwegen zijn zelfs overgebracht om Schotland te helpen met het herbevolken van deze majestueuze vogels.

De idyllische eilanden van Smøla in Fjord-Noorwegen zijn ook een fantastische plek om op arendsafari te gaan. Dit gebied staat erom bekend dat het een van de dichtste populaties zeearenden ter wereld heeft.

In Trøndelag raden we je aan om langs te gaan in Ørlandet, buiten Trondheim aan de kust. Het gebied is een van de belangrijkste watergebieden en een natuurlijke tussenstop voor trekkende vogels. Dieper in het fjord Trondheim is het eiland Tautra een hotspot om te vogelen met meer dan 269 verschillende soorten om te ontdekken.

Puffins at Gjesværstappan Nesting Cliffs Nordkapp

Net buiten de stad vogels spotten

Het Østensjøvannet-meer, een paar kilometer ten zuidoosten van het centrum van Oslo, is een ondiep en voedselrijk meer met een habitat die je in Noorwegen niet zo vaak tegenkomt. Ten westen van het centrum vindt je in Fornebu het natuurreservaat en vogelobservatorium. De op één na grootste stad van Noorwegen, Bergen, staat bekend om haar leefgebieden in de bergen en de naaldbossen die je kunt verkennen zonder de stad echt achter te laten.

Close-up of a Siberian jay in a tree, Norway

Ga vogelen

Vind de perfecte plek om je favoriete vogel te zien of ga mee op een begeleide vogelexcursie.

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    Borhaug

    Lista Bird Observatory - Bird watching in Lista

    The Lista region has one of the highest population of different birds. They travel from all over the world to feed in Lista during the autumn, before making their long journey to the southern part of Europe. There are bird watching stations at Lista Fyr, Harnanger and other locations around the area.
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    Beitostølen

    Birdwatching - Valdresflye

    Valdresflye is an alpine high mountain plateau south east of Jotunheimen and north west of Langsua National Park in the municipalities Øystre Slidre and Vågå. A number of sought-after mountain species can be found here. Many of them can be spotted right from the car, by driving slowly over the plateau (make use of the long lay-bys on both sides of the road to not obstruct traffic). The highest section of the road is usually the most productive. This tactic works especially well early in the season when the ground is still snow covered and the birds gather on bare spots and rocks close to the road. Later in the season we recommend to bird on foot. Park close by the café Flye1389 at the highest point of the road and follow the marked (but not signposted) trail towards the top of Fisketjernnuten (1527 m.a.s.l.). Temminck's Stint should be fairly easy to locate by ear and is found around the larger boulders close to the road. Northern Wheatear and Meadow Pipit are numerous. Further up (from approx. half way up the hill) Shore Lark and Rock Ptarmigan can be encountered. From the summit, continue off track in a north-easterly direction to the steep hillside towards Heimdalen. On the snow fields below the top plateau, Snow Bunting usually can be found well into summer. Return along the same way or descend off-track in a southerly direction where the mountain side is less steep. On rock fields at the foot of the mountain, Lapland Longspur (Lapland Bunting) is possible. On the Fisketjerna lakes there are often ducks, sometimes Long-tailed duck among them. To identify them a telescope is needed. Common Ringed Plover and Purple Sandpiper are easiest to find by walking around the lakes on the western side of the road. During some years Long-tailed Skuas visit Valdresflye, and Rough-legged Buzzard can be seen hunting overhead. In the cliffs on the eastern side of Synshorn (south of the Valdresflye plateau), kestrels usually breed. Around Heimdalsmunnen (north of the Valdresflye plateau) try for Ring Ouzel, Northern Wheatear and Bluethroat in the willows and the hillside towards Brurskardknappen. On the opposite side of the road, towards Leirungsdalen, Golden Plovers breed. Birding on Valdresflye can easily be combined with Jotunheimvegen. Directions: By car from either south or north along road 51 onto the Valdresflye high mountain plateau. By bus from Fagernes/Beitostølen or Vågå/Lom from approx. medio June (www.jvb.no and www.innlandstrafikk.no). Best season: From early June (depending on the snow conditions) to approx. medio July, preferably early during the day.
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    Ørje

    Birdwatching: Gjølsjøen birdtower, Marker

    With binoculars around your neck and a field manual in your pocket, you're ready to hit the road!
  • Fuglefjella: Wildlife Hike from the Coast - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions
    Longyearbyen

    Fuglefjella: Wildlife Hike from the Coast - Svalbard Wildlife Expeditions

    The bird mountain entitled "Fuglefjella" is well-known for its bustling wildlife with sea birds like the little auk to guillemots, gulls and fulmars.
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    Lomen

    Birdwatching - Lomendelta

    The Begna river forms a small delta where it mouthes into Lake Slidrefjorden (366 m.o.h.). This is an important stopover and refueling area for water birds in the upper Valdres region and is protected as Lomendeltaet Bird Sanctuary. A visit is primarily recommended during spring and autumn migration. Recorded species include Common Crane, Common Merganser, Arctic Diver, Horned Grebe, Whooper Swan, Mallard, Eurasian Wigeon, Common Goldeneye, Tufted Duck, Eurasian Teal and even occasionally Garganey. In addition to the water birds, you might find waders as Eurasian Curlew, Greenshank, Common, Green and Wood Sandpiper, Common and Jack Snipe, Spotted Crake, Northern Lapwing, gulls like Mew Gull and Black-headed Gull, Great Cormorant and passerienes as White and Grey Wagtail, thrushes, warblers, Dunnock, and Yellowhammer (to name a few). Keep watch for overflying raptors such as Kestrel and Rough-legged Buzzard. Directions: To get an overview and scan the area with a spotting scope, exit from the E16 approx. 200 m west of Lomen Auto and drive downhill to Lomen kraftstasjon (power station). From here, you can overlook and scan large parts of the outer delta area. Otherwise, exit towards Riste bru and park before the bridge (on the right). Scan from the bridge in both directions (binoculars) and explore on foot towards Hålimo Camping as well as along the driveway (closed for vehicles) upriver from the parking.
  • Birdwatching in the middle of Telemark
    Gvarv

    Birdwatching in the middle of Telemark

    The Norwegian Ornithology Association of Telemark was started in 1968. It is the county group for the Norwegian Ornithology Association. Goals and tasks of the association include: to be a go-to partner for people in the general public interested in birds—to protect nature, especially birds—to stimulate interest in and better knowledge of birds and their lives. Bird watching in Telemark—Sauherad has an exciting bird community, as does the Bø river and the northern park of Telemarkvassdraget where it runs into Norsjø. Nome: Øra, Nomevann.
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    Oppdal

    Vogelen met gids

    De natuur rond Oppdal staat bekend om z’n ecologische diversiteit, en met zowel oerbos als drasland en hooggebergte tot onze beschikking kunnen we binnen een relatief geconcentreerd gebied veel vogelsoorten vinden.
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  • View of the Icefjord
    Longyearbyen

    Bird Spotting Excursion, followed by Arctic BBQ - Spitzbergen Adventures

    The summer season is owned by the birds. During those weeks we have a lot of bird species coming to Svalbard. They are all so wonderfull and deserve a special focus. Join us on a tour which puts the spotlight on those amazing creatures. If you are an ornithologist with special interests let us know before the tour. If you are curious about birds and would like to spend your time looking at them, our guide will give you more information.
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  • Seal and bird safari - Seasafari Øksnes
    Myre

    Seal and bird safari - Seasafari Øksnes

    Between June 15th and August 31st we get a horde of seabirds arriving at Anda lighthouse and the area outside Stø and Nyksund to nest. With steep mountain sides, beautiful views and a coast full of culture and history, this is an experience that you should make. Do the trip and experience the bustling birdlife on the outside with RIB!
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    Lillehammer

    Along river Lågen to the bird observation tower

    Mosodden is a popular hiking and recreation area by Lågen.
  • BirdSafari - the number two attraction at Nordkapp
    Gjesvær

    BirdSafari - the number two attraction at Nordkapp

    BirdSafari - the number two attraction at Nordkapp This is one of your once-in-a-lifetime nature opportunities. The two-hour boat tour leaves from Gjesvær to Gjesværstappan Nature Reserve, 15 km west of the Nordkapp cliff.
  • Stunning views and wildlife - Hike to the bird cliff Fuglefjella - Snowfox Travel
    Longyearbyen

    Stunning views and wildlife - Hike to the bird cliff Fuglefjella - Snowfox Travel

    A true nature hike through the stunning valley of Bjørndalen, an area which is full of flora and fauna and where we might be able to observe wildlife. After our climb up to the summit of the bird cliff, we will enjoy the beautiful view over Isfjorden.
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  • All in One: Scenic Drive & History Walk with Huskies – Svalbard Villmarkssenter
    Longyearbyen

    All in One: Scenic Drive & History Walk with Huskies – Svalbard Villmarkssenter

    Join us for a relaxed winter walk together with our friendly huskies in and around Longyearbyen. Afterwards we will continue with a scenic drive by car.
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  • Ringstad Resort sea eagle safari
    Straumsjøen

    Sea eagle safari with guide – experience nature from the sea

    Join our experienced local guides on an unforgettable journey across the fjords, where you’ll experience the spectacular nature of Vesterålen from the water.
  • Two guides and two guests sitting on a beach talking with each other, and a RIB boat anchored by the shore of the fjord in the background
    Longyearbyen

    Bird Cliffs Fjord Safari - Hurtigruten Svalbard

    Join us on an exciting rib boat tour, that combines birds and wildlife with Svalbard's rich cultural history.
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    Oppdal

    Bird watching

    The wilderness around Oppdal is known for its ecological diversity. With access to ancient forests, wetlands, and high mountains, it is possible to find many bird species within a relatively concentrated area. Go on a bird safari with experienced guides from Oppdal Safari. WOOD GROUSE - IN SPRING The black grouse is often described as “the most beautiful event of spring.” It brings a unique sense of tranquility to wander into the wood grouse forest in the afternoon while enjoying the smells and silence. The forest slowly comes to life after a long winter. After setting up the tent and as dusk falls, you might occasionally hear the wood grouse flying or walking to settle in the trees before descending to the arena the next morning to fight for their place. As soon as the sun begins to rise, the famous clicking and scraping sounds start. Naturally, you wake up to the commotion of the birds around the photo hide. It takes a couple of hours before it's light enough to take pictures, but time flies as these large birds run around the tent displaying their magnificence. The guide will take you to the tent, provide information, and set everything up; you will have the night to yourselves. The guide returns the next morning around nine to pick you up. By then, the birds usually have left the display area and returned to their feeding grounds. BLACK GROUSE - IN SPRING Black grouses is shown on Oppdal’s bogs throughout April and the first half of May, making them a popular sight and photo subject. It's not uncommon for black grouse to stumble over the tent guylines, sometimes coming within the camera's focus range! We head to the show area in the evening and set up the hide. Often, owls can be heard hooting on the bog's edge as you cozy up in your sleeping bag. The black grouse arrive at the show area as soon as night turns into day. The bog mounds around the tent become bustling with activity. The guide will take you to the hide and set up the camouflage. You will spend the night and morning with the blackcocks before the guide returns to pick you up at nine. BIRDWATCHING - IN SUMMER There are no guarantees on these birdwatching tours, but the guide will spend a lot of time early in the season mapping the occurrences as accurately as possible. If you wish to visit on a specific date, the guide can suggest which species you might see during your stay in Oppdal. If you come for one or more specific species, the guide can provide a setup indicating which species can be found at given times. Contact us for a pleasant birdwatching experience! For all tours: Clothing/equipment: Warm and preferably camouflaged clothing, gloves, hat, waterproof footwear, camera and tripod, packed lunch. Duration: Varies. Meeting point: Oppdal train station or another agreed location. Suitable for: Birdwatchers, photographers, families, groups of friends, companies, adventure seekers. Max number of participants: 3-15, depending on which birds you want to observe.
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    Skui

    Birdwatching and lavvo dinner in the fairy tale forest

    Game-watching in the fairytale forest and dinner and bonfire chat with the farm girl Hanna. Discover a piece of untouched nature in historical surroundings in Hornimarka and the fairytale forest. A gem only 25 minutes from Oslo.
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    Trøgstad

    Birdwatching: The Dillevik bird tower

    Dilleviktårnet is a bird tower at Dilleviksjøen, which is open to everyone.
  • Lappland Bunting, male in breeding plumage, in a dwarf birch bush with food in its beak
    Beitostølen

    Birdwatching - Jotunheimvegen

    Jotunheimvegen along the northern shoreline of Lake Vinstre is especially productive in good rodent years, which means raptor years, specifically for Common Kestrel, Merlin, Short-eared Owl and Hen Harrier. In 2017, several individuals of Pallid Harrier were present throughout the summer. A few Arctic Terns usually can be observed hunting over the lake. Walks towards Urekkollen and further up Urekdalen, towards Gråhø or Keisaren can produce Bluethroat and Ring Ouzel in the willows and Common Ringed Plover and Golden Plover on flats in higher altitude, towards Keisaren also Common Greenshank. For a chance of Dunlin and Dotterel you have to walk far - all the way through Glupen and towards Valdresflye. At Lykkjestølane you might be able to see Lapland Longspur and Yellow Wagtail. The small lake on the Bjellbøllsøyne Island (south of Lykkjestølane) can hold Red-necked Phaparope (that is also true for the Stavtjerni lakes between the lakes Bygdin and Vinstre, prefereably early during summer). Lake Sanddalstjernet may have Black-throated Diver. Best season: June for waders, all summer through to early fall for raptors and short-eared owl. Directions: Signed exit from road 51 approx. 1.5 km north of Bygdin towards Jotunheimvegen. Tollroad (payable by card only). Tip: Birding along Jotunheimvegen is easily combined with a trip up to the Valdresflye mountain plateau.
  • Short-eared owl on a fence pole in evening light
    Ulnes

    Birdwatching - Stølsvidda

    Stølsvidda is a lower alpine plateau just at the tree line west in Valdres. It lies roughly between Tisleidalen to the southeast, the River Tisleia and Lake Tisleifjorden to the southwest, the Road Panoramavegen to the northwest and the main valley with lake Strandefjorden to the north. This is Valdres' realm of mountain farming with many summer mountain farm that are still in use even today. Cattle and goats graze freely during summer. The best areas for birdwatching lie to the south and southwest with the triangle between Furuset, Gauklia/Brattåsen and Langstølen as the core area. On Stølsvidda you will find a rich birdlife that spans from forest species like Capercaillie and Siberian Jay, open wetlands with a number of waders and breeding cranes to owls and raptors. The area is best explored from the car by driving on the farming roads with some stops along the way. Use your car as hide and bring a telescope. A popular round drive, among local birders called "the pizza circuit", is to drive to Tisleidalen and from the Joker store to follow the road Tisleivegen via Hermannstølen, Fløten and Furuset to Langestølen and from there to Vaset - either via Tyrisholt and Brattåsen or via Nøsen and along the road Panoramavegen - from where you return to Fagernes. Side trips and detours via Gauklia and towards Jaslangen are recommended. Typical species: From the toll barrier to Hermannstølen: Siberian Jay, Bullfinch and tits Around Hermannstølen: Black Grouse and Northern Hawk Owl during spring (March to April) Between Hermannstølen and Fløten: Capercaillie during spring (March to April) Around Fløten: Black Grouse and Northern Hawk Owl during spring (March to April) Between Fløten and Langestølen: Common Crane (April to May), Three-toed Woodpecker (year round), Tree Pipit (summer) At Langestølen: Black Grouse and Northern Hawk Owl during spring (March to April), Common Crane and waders such as Common Snipe, Northern Lapwing and Eurasian Curlew as well as Whinchat, Yellow Wagtail and Short-eared Owl (with luck Long-eared Owl) in May, Eurasian Wryneck and Lesser Spotted Woodpecker in June (the two latter in the birch forest north towards Flya) River Flya (where it flows close to the road): White-throated Dipper Around Tyrisholt: Bluethroat and Northern Wheatear in May-June, Great Snipe in the dwarf willows between Tyrisholt and Brattåsen in June, Short-eared Owl and Common Crane in May-June Around Brattåsen: Common Kestrel, Willow Ptarmigan Around the ponds south of Gauklia: Velvet Scoter, Black-throated Diver, Whimbrel and Curlew, Hen Harrier (and even Pallid) in May-June Jaslangen/Bridge over the River Buaråne: Common Redstart, Common Merganser/Goosander, White-throated Dipper At Rennsenn: Common Crane (in pairs from late May-June) River Sundheimselvi (Ulnes): White-throated dipper (all year) Tips: Start very early in the day, preferably before sunrise from the Joker store, and use the whole day in the area. The Black Grouse lek is often over an hour or two after sunrise. Directions: Via Tislevegen (toll road), exit from road 51 at the Jokers store in Tisleidalen or from Vaset via Road Panoramavegen (toll road). The toll fees can be paid by credit card.
  • Fjellvåk_Laila Steinfinsbø
    Etnedal

    Birdwatching - Langsua NP and Hynna

    The region between Gausdal and Valdres has had several names, such as Gausdal Vestfjell and Huldreheimen. After the extension and renaming of the former Ormtjernkampen National Park to Langsua National Park, however, Langsua has become the most commonly used name for the whole area. This is a large area with a distinct wilderness character featuring high altitude wetlands and montane spruce and birch forests. In connection to the Langsua National Park several nature reserves have been established, i.e. Røssjøen Nature Reserve, Oppsjømyra Nature Reserve and Hynna Nature Reserve. The bird life is represented by species typical for this environment. Here you will find Willow Ptarmigan, Black-throated Diver, Slavonian Grebe, Hen Harrier, Common Crane, Whimbrel, Common Greenshank, Green Sandpiper, Short-eared Owl, Whooper Swan, White-throated Dipper, Great Grey Shrike, and Siberian Jay, as well as Great Snipe and even Broad-billed Sandpiper. For the latter two the area is among the most important breeding grounds of the species in Norway. Of other wildlife, moose are abundant. The area is best explored by foot off the beaten track. You will need equipment and clothing accordingly. Kittilbu: The two lakes called Kittilbutjerna usually hold breeding Slavonian Grebe. At the eastern lake, there's a 3 km long circular cultural path leading through a nice biotope starting at Kittilbu Utmarksmuseum. At the western lake Kittilbutjønna, there's a bird hike close to the road. Oppsjømya: Lake Oppsjøen usually has at least two pairs of Black-throated Diver as well as Whooper Swan. Whimbrel, Green Sandpiper, Common Greenshank and in some years Broad-billed Sandpiper breed in the wettest parts of the wetland. The surrounding montane birch forest is home to Brambling and Redwing. Røssjøen/Ongeltjerna: Explore the areas on both sides of the road between Lenningen and Lundesetrene. In the hillside south of Røssjøkollane you can find the rare bearded bellflower (Campanula barbata), which has an isolated occurance just here in this limited area and otherwise only can be found in the Alps and Carpathian Mountains. To the East the lakes Ongeltjerna are worth a try. If you're lucky, you might find Red-necked Phalarope here, but chances are that it'll be "just" some Tufted Ducks. You might flush a Capercaillie in the forest, though. At Lundesetrene, Yellow Wagtail is a common sight. Hynna: Hynna Nature Reserve is an internationally important wetland with Ramsar-status. Here you will find many vulnerable bird species that need large areas of natural habitat such as Golden Eagle and Rough-legged Buzzard that hunt over the open land and cranes and waders that breed in the wetlands. Northern Hawk Owl may be seen on a lookout in a dead tree top, and on a walk in the light summer nights lekking Great Snipes may be observed. Best season: From early June when the road opens (it is closed during winter) to mid July. The waders start on their southward migration very early. Directions: Road 2442 (also called Vestfjellvegen) from either Fagernes/Etnedal or Gausdal. From Holsbrua, a side road leads all the way to the DNT cabin Liomseter. NB! This is a vulnerable environment. Please behave respectfully and avoid unnecessary disturbances of the birdlife. Please also make sure you have the equipment and knowledge needed for hikes in the wilderness. Stay safe.
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    Longyearbyen

    Meet our Russian comarades in the west - Barentsburg -Better Moments

    Better Moments will offer you a chance to see Svalbard's biggest bird event during the summer – The bird jumping. For just a few days in July, the chicks will jump from their nests on the huge bird cliff Alkhorne and we will be there to see them spread their wings for the first time ever.
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  • Makkevika bird reservation
    Giske

    Makkevika bird reservation

    Giske is one of the most important stations in Europe to ring waders. The shoreline area Makkevika comprises areas of pebbles, wetlands and sand.
  • A group of people skiing in the snow.
    Øyer

    Låven Storhytte

    Låven Storhytte in Hafjell beslaat twee verdiepingen en biedt 11 slaapkamers met in totaal 32 bedden. De hut bevindt zich in een prachtige omgeving bij het finishgebied in Hafjell. Het ligt dicht bij het Hafjell Alpine Centre, dat skiverhuur, skischool, verschillende restaurants en een gondel aanbiedt. Tijdens het skiseizoen kun je direct vanuit het chalet skiën en er is een grote privéparkeerplaats beschikbaar. Je verblijf omvat opgemaakte bedden, persoonlijke handdoeken, comfortabele badjassen en brandhout voor de open haard. Huisdieren zijn toegestaan tegen een extra kosten.
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    Fagernes

    Birdwatching - Fagernes

    "Urban birding" has become a thing withing birdwatching. Urban parks and gardens, often around ponds, can hold astonishing amounts of birds. For Valdres' part, it is Fagernes that is the town. Storøya, the peninsula at Lake Strandefjorden where the Valdres Folkemuseum is locted, is one of the places worth a visit, especially during migration and early summer. A natural path leads around and over the peninsula, and a number of species lives here throughout the year. Tits, Tree sparrows, Great spotted Woodpeckers, Fieldfares, Song thrushes, Barns swallows and Common swifts breed in and around the old museum buildings and trees and bushes throughout the area. Early mornings during May and the beginning of June are good for birding by ear, when the air is filled with song. Later during summer, the shrill srrii-srrii calls of the Common swifts fill the air above Fagernes. On the water close to shore Red-breasted mergansers are sometimes seen. European Goldfinches are present all year. The area is accessible for free outside the opening hours of the museum. In the River Neselva between the two pedestrian bridges by the waterfal and at the river mouth White-throated dippers are fairly regular. Especially during winter, several individuals usually can be observed. Around the river mouth below the lower bridge which rarely freezes over completely, sometimes ducks can be seen, too. At downtown Fagernes rowanberry trees av been planted which can attract large flocks of Fieldfares and Bohemian waxwings during late fall. Waxwings tend to be annual in smaller numbers and in a short time window, but in some years with fierce winters in the arctic and when the trees carry especially many berries there can be huge flocks which stay for longer periods. They tend to roost high up in the tops of the large birch trees in front of the town hall and sweep down into the berry trees when "the air is clear" until they are flushed by cars or pedestrians and retreat into the birch tops. If you stand still next to a berry tree, you may get them within 2 meters distance. At Hunkevika at the Spikarmoen-exit along Skrautvålsvegen, some whooper swans normally are present during migration and sometimes well into winter. Common goldeneyes also can be observed in this area.
  • Rødstrupe jomfruland fuglestasjon
    Jomfruland

    Jomfruland Bird Station

    Are you interested in learning more about birds and the nature on the island Jomfruland? Do you want to experience the breathtaking scenery. Contact the Bird Station which lies at Øitangen at the northern tip of the island.
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    Etnedal

    Birdwatching - Langtjedn

    Langtjedn is a small nature reserve which is easily accessible from the road near Gamlestølen in Etnedal. The lake itself is shallow and productive, and it is fringed by varied wetlands and spruce forest. Half of the 82 bird species that have been recorded in the reserve are wetland birds of both lowlands and mountains. Among regular species are Horned/Slavonian Grebe (1 breeding pair), Eurasian Teal, Common Goldeneye, Tufted Duck, Velvet Scoter, Common Snipe, Common Redshank, Green Sandpiper, Eurasian Curlew, Yellow Wagtail, Whinchat, Redwing, Black-headed Gull, Northern Hawk Owl and Siberian Jay. Please act responsibly when visiting and don't disturb the birds. You can move freely in the area throughout the year, but it is not allowed to set up camouflages or tents, fly drones or operate model boats on the lake. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.
  • Birdwatching Utsira
    Utsira

    Birdwatching Utsira

    Utsira has long traditions of birdwatching and is compared by some to Fair Isle (south of Shetland). Peak season is April - May, and September - November.

Arendsafari's

Krijg een close-up van de majestueuze zeearend tijdens een begeleide safari in Noorwegen.

  • RIB Sea Eagle Safari to Trollfjord with RIB Lofoten - SUMMER
    Svolvær

    RIB Sea Eagle Safari to Trollfjord with RIB Lofoten - SUMMER

    Trollfjord is the most visited destination in the Lofoten Islands during the summertime.
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  • RIB to Saltstraumen with Sea Eagle Safari - Explore Salten

    RIB to Saltstraumen with Sea Eagle Safari - Explore Salten

    Experience the force of the world's strongest tidal current – Saltstraumen. Explore Salten takes you and your group out in a RIB boat when the current is at its strongest. Get ready for a wild experience!
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  • Ringstad Resort sea eagle safari
    Straumsjøen

    Sea eagle safari with guide – experience nature from the sea

    Join our experienced local guides on an unforgettable journey across the fjords, where you’ll experience the spectacular nature of Vesterålen from the water.
  • Eagle safari with RIB 68° Nord
    Stokmarknes

    Eagle safari with RIB 68° Nord

    Experience the beauty of sea eagles up close with your own eyes. A moment you will surely never forget.
  • RIB Sea Eagle Safari to Trollfjord with RIB Lofoten - WINTER
    Svolvær

    RIB Sea Eagle Safari to Trollfjord with RIB Lofoten - WINTER

    Trollfjorden is also very popular during the wintertime and it's the experience that many tourists in Lofoten want to have.
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  • Trollfjord & Sea Eagle RIB Safari - Lofoten Explorer
    Svolvær

    Trollfjord & Sea Eagle RIB Safari - Lofoten Explorer

    Explore Lofoten along the coast with us. We take you safely to the magical Trollfjord, where the mountains are stretching 1000 meters high. On the way you will get a chance to meet the sea eagles, hopefully just a few meters from the boat. We guarantee an experience close to the elements. This is a 2 hours tour that fits the whole family.
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