Kasthúsatjörn Protected Recreation Area
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Kasthúsatjörn Protected Recreation Area

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Established2002
Area0.04 km²
Managing authorityNáttúruverndarstofnun

Kasthúsatjörn and the surrounding shoreline on Álftanes form a protected recreation area important for coastal nature, birdlife and outdoor recreation.

Kasthúsatjörn forms part of the varied coastal and wetland environment of Álftanes and is particularly interesting for birdwatching close to the Capital Region.

A visit can be combined with Álftanes, Bessastaðir and Kasthúsatjörn Nature Reserve.

Visitors should take particular care not to disturb nesting birds.

Protection purpose

The purpose of protection is to conserve Kasthúsatjörn, its adjoining shoreline and important wetland and bird habitats.

Description

Kasthúsatjörn and its adjoining shoreline on Álftanes form a small but important natural area with diverse birdlife.

Regulations

Visitors should avoid disturbing birdlife, particularly during the nesting season.

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Kasthúsatjörn og aðliggjandi fjara - Fólkvangur

Kasthúsatjörn og aðliggjandi fjara - Fólkvangur er friðlýst náttúru- og útivistarsvæði á Íslandi. Hér finnur þú upplýsingar um svæðið, náttúruna og áhugaverða staði í nágrenninu.