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Valley of the Butterflies
Beste tijd om te bezoeken
Early morning or late afternoon in July and August offers cooler temperatures and active butterflies. Avoid midday heat when insects are less active and trails are hot and crowded.
Budgettips
Entry costs around 3 euros; children often enter free. Visit early or late in the day when less crowded to enjoy more without needing guided tours.
Aanbevolen voor
Nature lovers, Families with children, Wildlife photographers, Hikers and walkers
Plan je bezoek
2-3 hours
Over
Korte feiten: Millions of Jersey tiger moth butterflies blanket the valley each summer, creating a surreal orange and black spectacle. The butterflies flock here to escape heat and predators, attracted by the valley's natural springs and plane trees.
Hoogtepunten: Fascinatingly, the butterflies can cluster up to 20,000 per square meter on trees and rocks, creating dense blankets of winged life. The cool, shaded gorge with its mossy cliffs and trickling streams creates a peaceful, otherworldly atmosphere to witness this mass gathering.
Insidertips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven paths.
- Bring a camera with a good zoom to capture close-ups without disturbing butterflies.
- Avoid using flash photography to prevent scaring the insects.
- Start at the visitor center to learn about the moths and pick up a trail map.
