Top 20 Lakes around Struvenhütten

The kingfisher enchants observers with the symphony of colors in its plumage and is therefore often called a "flying gem" or a "flying diamond." The unusually bright coloring of the kingfisher's plumage for Northern Europe has always captured the imagination. According to an old legend, the kingfisher was an inconspicuous gray before the Flood. But as it hastily left Noah's Ark, it is said to have landed with its back to the sky, and at the same time, its belly feathers were singed by the setting sun. Most of the time, it is only seen flying by, its turquoise-blue back flashing. It calls out a harsh "zii" or "zrii." It flies very quickly, with whirring wingbeats, close to the water, interrupted by short glides. Well-nourished kingfishers weigh around 40 grams. They are only slightly larger than a sparrow.

Although not common in Schleswig-Holstein, the kingfisher can still be found. The breeding population is estimated at 200 to 600 pairs, primarily in the water-rich eastern hills and on the Geest. Kingfishers are piscivores and prefer to nest on steep banks or in the root plates of fallen trees. Explanation: Distribution: In Schleswig-Holstein, kingfishers are primarily found in regions with numerous bodies of water, such as the eastern hills and the Geest. Habitat: They prefer steep banks of lakes, rivers, and ponds, but also ditches, gravel pits, and tree root plates near suitable bodies of water. Diet: Kingfishers are piscivores and feed mainly on small freshwater fish such as minnows. Breeding: They typically breed from March to June and lay 5-7 eggs. Special Features: The kingfisher is a protected species, and its population is heavily dependent on the health of the water bodies. Kingfishers are also vulnerable to cold winters, which can affect their populations

The kingfishers are no longer seen there, but there are new nesting boxes on the pond near the entrance. They appear there from time to time. They are best seen in the morning, right when the park opens.

The kingfisher is the only species of the kingfisher family found in Central Europe. It inhabits large parts of Europe, Asia and western North Africa and lives in moderately fast-flowing or stagnant, clear waters with small fish populations and perching areas. (Source: Wikipedia)

Great place to stay

The Segeberg Forest, formerly known as the Segeberg Heath, is the second largest forest area in Schleswig-Holstein after the Sachsenwald Forest. Numerous hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails crisscross the approximately 40 square meters. While spruce, larch, oak, and beech trees dominate much of the Segeberg Forest, the landscape changes in the south around the town of Bark and becomes a heathland. Tucked away in the middle of the forest is the small Krattkoppelsee lake. Summer evenings are particularly idyllic here, and frog concerts are offered free of charge. https://kiekmo.hamburg/artikel/freizeit-familie/ausflugsziele-im-hamburger-umland

A dream! It was my first time cycling through the moor and suddenly I came across this little lake. Unfortunately, I had to leave the bike behind and first walk the small path to the five swans. A very quiet and relaxed place!

I discovered the lake by chance while cycling and immediately went on a hike with my family the next day. Everyone thought it was very nice.