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Best wildlife trails in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park

Best wildlife trails in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park

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The relatively new nature park is located between the districts of Emsland, Grafschaft Bentheim and the Dutch province of Drenthe and was established in 2016. It covers 140 square kilometres.

Until it was cultivated in the mid-19th century, it was still a continuous raised bog, but it is now a mosaic of different landscapes: fields and pastures, sand, heath, moor and peat bloom in different colours depending on the season. Settlement, peat extraction and agricultural use have changed the region and offer visitors a variety of discovery tours in the natural and cultural landscape. What they all have in common is the character of the moors, which is still present in the places that have been heavily altered by man: the expanse of land, elongated settlements and canals.

In the eight moorland museums, such as the Emsland Moormuseum in Groß Hesepe or the Erdöl-Erdgas-Museum in Twist, you can find out about the history and characteristics of the nature park. There are also educational and adventure trails, which should particularly appeal to families with children. From the viewing platforms, you can gaze out over the surrounding area.

Top sights

De Bult
De Bult
Viewpoint
Bargerveen - Uitkijkheuvel
Bargerveen - Uitkijkheuvel
Bird hide
Heuvel Peelzicht
Heuvel Peelzicht
Viewpoint
XXL Bank
XXL Bank
Viewpoint
Schulsee
Schulsee
Lake
Stilteplaats Weiteveen
Stilteplaats Weiteveen
Ruins

Top trails

  1. #1 - Nature Trail Bargerveen

    4.1 (17)·Easy·6.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Nature trail Bargerveen runs through the northern part of the moor, to viewpoint De Bult and along the Meerstalblok. Nature trail Bargerveen is a route from Roots. The route runs through the northern part of the nature reserve. The Bargerveen is a unique peat bog where rare plants flourish. This makes it a good resting area for migratory birds. The route leads to viewpoint De Bult, from where a nice view can be enjoyed over the raised bog areas Meerstalblok and Amsterdamse Veld. Highlights...

  2. #2 - Bargerveen North

    4.3 (19)·Easy·6.1 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Round trip through the northern part of raised bog area Bargerveen. This circular trail runs through the northern part of the Bargerveen, a lovely nature reserve with beautiful views and many waters. The moors provide a rich variety of flora and fauna, and around the lakes there is plenty to see. The route leads to the viewing hill at the edge of the Amsterdam Field. Highlights of this trail: - Bargerveen - Amsterdamse Veld

  3. #3 - Amsterdamsche Veld - Weiteveen

    4.8 (17)·Easy·7.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hr
    Loop around the Amsterdamsche Veld to the village of Weiteveen. A beautiful walk through the rich peat areas filled with fens of the Amsterdamsche Veld. You walk past the sheepfold (with terrace and restaurant) and a beautiful viewpoint at the end of a decking path on one of the waters.

  4. #4 - Meerstalblok Bargerveen

    4.4 (21)·Moderate·13.4 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Circular trail around the Meerstalblok, part of the Bargerveen nature reserve. Trail around the Meerstalblok, an area that is part of the Bargerveen. The nature reserve is a high moor area filled with water, rare plants and many birds. This route goes all around the Meerstalblok. It is the only remnant of the former Bourtanger swamp. The trail provides almost constant views over the many bodies of water in the area, especially on the stretches on top of the dikes. Highlights of this...

  5. #5 - Amsterdamsche Veld - Meerstalblok

    4.3 (15)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Amsterdamsche Veld and Meerstalblok are part of the Bargerveen nature reserve. They are raised bog areas, much of which has been excavated in the Amsterdamsche Veld. Here you also walk past the sheepfold. Via viewpoint De Bult, you walk to the edge of Meerstalblok. This peat area was never excavated and is now a protected nature reserve. Many special flowers and plants grow here.

  6. #6 - Bargerveen - Oosteindsche Landen

    4.2 (10)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
    Hiking trail through the unique peat and marsh area Bargerveen. In the past, almost half of the Netherlands consisted of peat areas. The vast majority of this was excavated for the extraction of peat. The Bargerveen is a unique area that has been spared, in which a good picture can be formed of the original nature of the Netherlands. The peat soils of the Bargerveen are an excellent breeding ground for countless rare plants and birds. This trail runs on unique paths between the waters,...

  7. #7 - Bargerveen Northeast

    4.0 (7)·Easy·5.3 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Explore the north-eastern part of the Bargerveen. The nature reserve is a beautiful raised bog with a unique collection of flowers, plants and animals. The route starts at two bird-watching huts. From here, you trek into a particularly quiet part of the nature reserve. The route consists of two loops and can easily be shortened by a kilometre. You walk past many waters, beautiful fields and some forests.

  8. #8 - Weiteveen - Bargerveen

    3.8 (5)·Moderate·5.6 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
    Hiking trail from Weiteveen across the Bargerveen, past the sheepfold and viewing hill Peelzicht. This route runs from Weiteveen through Bargerveen nature reserve. The route runs on cycle paths and can be done either on foot or by bike, and makes an excellent running route through nature. The trail enters Bargerveen past the sheepfold. The rich peat soil of the Bargerveen, combined with the waters, creates a beautiful nature that keeps the sheep in check. From viewing hill Peelzicht,...

  9. #9 - Klazienaveen - Bargerveen Cycle Trail

    5.0 (3)·Moderate·21.9 km·Est. 4.5–5 hr
    Lovely round trip cycling from Klazienaveen around the Bargerveen nature reserve. A nice nature route, riding right through the moors and along the waters. You go around the Meerstalblok and through the Amsterdamsche Veld. You drive straight to the German border and pass several bird-watching huts. The route also works well as an extended running route.

  10. #10 - Bargerveen - Noordersloot - Schaapskooi

    4.5 (5)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Circular walk through Bargerveen, past its many fens, through marshes and heathlands. At the Amsterdamse Veld, about halfway along the walking route, the route makes a diversion to walk through the field to the sheepfold, cowshed and restaurant. This part of the route can easily be skipped should you wish, shortening the walking route by 3 kilometres.
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best wildlife trail to hike in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best wildlife trail to hike in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park is Nature Trail Bargerveen, which has a 4.1 star rating from 17 reviews. This trail is 6.3 km long with an elevation gain of 42 m.

What is the longest wildlife trail in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park is The Unique Bargerveen in the Veenland Cycle Route. This trail is estimated to be 49.2 km long.

How many wildlife trails are in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park?

There are 21 wildlife trails in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park.These wildlife trails have an average 4.4-star ratingfrom 149 AllTrails community reviews.

Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Bourtanger Moor-Bargerveen Nature Park?

The Unique Bargerveen in the Veenland Cycle Route has the most elevation gain for wildlife trails with 314 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Noaberpad Segment 7: Nieuw-Dordrecht - Weiteveen, which has 203 m of elevation gain.

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