Mirador d'aus de la Gola de la Vaca (la Goleta)
At the southern tip of Xeraco beach, where the Vaca river meets the sea in the Goleta area, a wooden platform overlooks the frontier between the marshland and the coast for bird-watching. It is a fine spot to sight species such as the Kentish plover and water birds that frequent the river mouth, including herons, cormorants and ducks. The stillness of this corner, far from the built-up zone, makes it a quiet stop for naturalists and photographers.
In the Goleta area, where the Vaca river meets the sea south of Xeraco beach, a wooden platform looks out over the line between the marshland and the coast. This is the Mirador d'aus de la Gola de la Vaca, a small bird-watching hide in Xeraco.
What you can see
The Kentish plover nests on the sand itself, and the river mouth draws water birds such as herons, cormorants and ducks. The mix of species shifts a great deal with the seasons, so each visit is different.
Planning your visit
The corner sits far from the built-up zone, and that stillness is exactly what makes it special for naturalists and photographers.
- Best at first light or dusk, when there is more activity.
- Binoculars are worth bringing; the birds keep their distance.
- No noise or loose dogs: the nesting is sensitive.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Gola de la Vaca bird hide free?
Yes, it is freely accessible. It is a wooden platform for birdwatching at the Goleta site.
Where is the Mirador d'aus de la Gola de la Vaca?
It is at the southern end of Xeraco beach, where the Vaca river flows into the sea, at the Goleta site.
What birds can you see from the Goleta hide?
You can spot the Kentish plover and water birds that frequent the river mouth, such as herons, cormorants and ducks.
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