Peregrine Falcon Nest at Saint Walburga

A Falcon's Eyrie Above Oudenaarde

This camera looks directly into the nesting ledge of a pair of peregrine falcons, installed within the soaring tower of the Saint Walburga Church. Perched dozens of metres above the rooftops, it offers a rare, up-close perspective on the world's fastest bird in its chosen urban stronghold.

The Nest Box and Its Surroundings

The view frames a gravel-lined nesting scrape sheltered by stone parapets, where scattered feathers and prey remains mark the falcons' hunting success. The simple ledge mimics the cliff faces these raptors favour in the wild, repurposed for life on a centuries-old steeple.

A Living Tradition in Flanders

The city of Oudenaarde maintains this feed so residents and enthusiasts can follow the falcons through courtship, egg-laying and the raising of young. It is a beloved fixture of the town's natural heritage in the heart of East Flanders.

Why Watch This Cam

Few cameras place you so directly within the private world of a wild raptor. From quiet vigils to the frenetic feeding of growing chicks, this nest offers an ever-changing, captivating glimpse of urban wildlife thriving atop a historic landmark.