Kingfisher Observation Hut (Vogelkijkhut De IJsvogel) – De Luysen - Mariahof

In this bird-watching hut with the pretty name "Eisvogel" you can sit comfortably and watch birds. It doesn't matter whether you look at the feathered friends out of a scientific interest or simply to relax, it's just fun.

Many "birders" or "spotters" also report feelings of happiness and a deep connection with mother nature and creation. It may well contain a moment of Zen - just let yourself into it.

The sporty version of bird watching is called "twitching" or spotting. Phoebe Snetsinger was one of the most successful of her peeping styles worldwide. The twitcher was able to observe around 8,400 bird species from 1965 until her death in 1999.

This observation hut is ideal for observing the kingfisher from a distance of about 3 m. His perch, to which he returns regularly, is just in front of the hut on the deadwood by the swamp bank. Of course you have to have some patience.

From this observation hut you have a very nice view of the biotope. Binoculars or telephoto lenses are worthwhile.