What is Black Sun.
Large swarms of starlings migrate over the marsh especially in spring and autumn. The birds gather in the evening before calming down and forming dark clouds in the sky. Hence “black sun”. Hundreds of thousands of starlings gather to roost in the reed forests in the Tønder Marshlands in spring and autumn. When they arrive at sunset they create one of nature's most astonishing and ethereal displays when they move across the sky in synchronous swiveling formations known in Denmark as "Black Sun"
Book a Black sun tour with local nature guides
Together with local guides, you can have the very best experience in the marsh, where hundreds of thousands of starlings gather in beautiful formations.
When and where can you experience "Black Sun"?
Black Sun can be experienced in spring from February to mid-April and again in autumn from August to December. In these periods starlings migrate to the South Wes Danish marshlands and gather in huge flocks. One of the best places to experience the Black Sun is in Tøndermarsken, part of the National Park Wadden Sea . Here you can see breathtaking formations of hundreds of housands of starlings. In many ways a unforgettable experience.Tøndermarsken – A popular place for "Black Sun"
Tøndermarsken is a hotspot for "Black Sun", and this is where many have had some of the most remarkable experiences of the phenomenon. It is something very special to stand in the marsh at dusk and watch the sky turn black with starlings.How to experience Black Sun?
Experiencing Black Sun requires a little preparation. First of all, it is important to find out where and when the starlings congregate. This can vary from year to year and from day to day. Local guides search out the best locations daily in the season. So it is a good idea to book a guided experience. It is also a good idea to bring binoculars. Also remember to dress for the weather, as it can be cool and damp in the marshes, especially in the evening.
Guided Black Sun experience
A guided "Black Sun" or starling murmuration tour gives you the best opportunity to experience one of Denmark's most fascinating natural phenomena up close.
On our booking portal you can book a guided trip to Sort Sol, where you will be taken through the marsh to the starlings' roosting area. The trips typically last 3-4 hours and include a bus tour of the marshes as well as access to closed nature areas. During the trip, you will also have the opportunity to experience other exciting animals and birds.
During the trip, you will learn more about the behavior and features of starlings, and you will have an exciting and unforgettable experience. The starlings are known for their acrobatic display, which is a dance of life and death, as the beautiful formations are determined by the presence of birds of prey that hunt the starlings.
It is important to note that there is no guarantee of seeing the starlings dance as expected. Nature has its own rhythm, and starlings' behavior is governed by factors such as weather, food, birds of prey and roosting sites. But with a guided tour you are guaranteed the best chance to experience this unique phenomenon.
Book your trip to Sort Sol today and experience one of Denmark's most unique natural phenomena.
Book a Black sun tour with local nature guides
Together with local guides, you can have the very best experience in the marsh, where hundreds of thousands of starlings gather in beautiful formations.
Black Sun and other animals
Black Sun is not only about starlings. It is also a great opportunity to see other animals and birds. In Tøndermarsken, for example, you can also see geese, swans and various birds of prey. It is a true feast for any nature lover.
To show consideration under Black Sun
When experiencing Black Sun, it is important to show consideration. The starlings can be frightened if you are too close or make too much noise. Therefore, it is a good idea to keep an appropriate distance and avoid using flash when taking pictures. It is also important to respect nature and not leave waste behind.
Summary of Black Sun
Experiencing Black Sun is a unique and unforgettable experience. It's a chance to see nature from a whole new angle and gain a deeper understanding of the incredible phenomena happening right above our heads. We hope that this guide has made you want to experience Black Sun for yourself. It is truly an experience worth traveling for.
Black Sun is a natural phenomenon where thousands, sometimes millions, of starlings gather and fly in formations that create spectacular patterns in the sky.
Black Sol can be experienced in spring from February to mid-April and again in autumn from August to December.
One of the best places to experience the Black Sun is in Tøndermarsken, part of the Wadden Sea National Park. Here you can see up to a million starlings gather, which is an unforgettable experience.
It is important to find out where and when the starlings congregate. It is also a good idea to bring binoculars so you can get a better look at the starlings and their impressive formations. Also remember to dress for the weather.
A guided tour gives you the opportunity to learn more about the starlings and their behaviour. The guide can also help find the best places to see Black Sol and can give tips and tricks on how to get the most out of the experience.
In addition to starlings, you can also see geese, swans and various birds of prey in Tøndermarsken.
It is important to show consideration during Black Sol. The starlings can be frightened if you are too close or make too much noise. Therefore, it is a good idea to keep an appropriate distance and avoid using flash when taking pictures.
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