Würfelnatter an der Untermosel

About this spectacle

Along the lower Moselle River in Germany, the dice snake (Natrix tessellata) finds one of its most notable habitats in central Europe. Visitors who walk quietly along sun-warmed rocky riverbanks and gravel shores in the warmer months may spot these patterned, semi-aquatic snakes basking on stones or sliding into clear water to hunt small fish. The Moselle's clean, flowing waters and south-facing valley slopes provide ideal conditions. Early mornings after cold nights are often when snakes bask most visibly, stretched motionless on flat rocks. The experience is intimate and unhurried — scanning the shoreline with patience, listening to the river, occasionally rewarded with a glimpse of a tessellated olive-brown coil. This is a specialist wildlife encounter for nature observers who appreciate rare reptiles in their natural riparian setting.

When to go

Apr — Oct, peak May — Sep

Getting there

Nearest airport: FRA. Nearest city: Koblenz.

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