Sneum Digesø near Esbjerg - bird locality

The Wadden Sea is Denmark's most important wetland for migratory and breeding birds, globally the Wadden Sea is considered one of the most important areas for migratory birds. In 1992 it was decided that the Darum-Tjæreborg Dike from 1929 had to be repaired and reinforced. The klæg (fat clay soil) that had to be used was dug up in the meadows behind the dyke.
As a replacement for the lost natural values ​​on the foreland, the county decided that the digging of silt behind the dyke should end with the creation of a bird-friendly lake. With this, 55 ha of Allerup Enge were protected, and the area is now designated as a bird reserve.
Sneum Digesø is the closest neighbor to the Darum-Tjæreborg dike, the Sneum Å outlet and the Wadden Sea. Close by are the cabins at Sneum Lock. The lake consists of many shallow parts with several islands, many tangs and coves. The wetland area is approx. 20 ha. The lake is fenced to give the birds peace and quiet in order to graze the area.
At the car park there are tables and benches and information boards about the area.

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