As soon as spring begins to bloom in the branches of the trees, and the dark snow clouds, that covered the sun, dissipate, the first echoes of spring can already be heard in the “bird country”. Aluksne region is rich in lakes, forests and meadows, where birds can be heard and seen, especially in spring-time. We recommend the best places for bird watching in Aluksne region:

Bird watching place nearby the Lake Alūksne- in Themple Hill Park area. Dabchicks, herons, mallards, great tits and more nests in Lake Aluksne, but have you heard of a water hen? This bird is also found in Lake Aluksne.

Ilgājs- Money Stone Trail in Protected landscape area “Veclaicene”. The nature trail is popular with both walking and bird watching enthusiasts. Lake Ilgāja has become a very transparent place, where ground nesting birds live, while the rest of the area is most often inhabited by ducks, geese and swans.

Aluksne Manor Park. “Easy jump” from the city into nature. This place is popular for its short distance from the city center. There are a total of 92 bird species in the park. Kids will enjoy bird watching.

Nature trail “Ezertaka”. 2,8 km long walking trail, that leads around the Peninsula of Lake Alūksne.You will see beautiful coastal landscapes and two islands, surrounded by legends and stories – “Hat Island” (Cepurīte) and “Long Island”. Right along the shore of the lake you will have the opportunity to watch various birds living in the water, as well as maybe see the first whistles.

Enjoy the spring and bird watching in Alūksne!