Best trails near Altwasser

Varied circular hiking trail in the Schwalm-Nette Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. You walk along the Nette and Niers rivers on the cultural hiking trails around Wachtendonk. As the route runs almost permanently through open landscapes, you should definitely take plenty of water and sun protection with you in summer. Highlights of the hike: - Wachtendonk castle ruins - Nette valley - Confluence of the Nette and Niers rivers - Laerheide Chapel

Flat and easy walk. The walk begins in the old town centre of Wachtendonk. You walk along the Nette for quite a while on quiet country roads, along fields and meadows. The way back, when you leave the busy L361, becomes more and more beautiful as you walk on rough grass paths and dirt tracks through the valley of the Kleine Niers and the Niers. Tip: Grass and nettles are sometimes high on some paths, so it is best to wear long trousers. Starting address: Bruchstraße 20 car park, Wachtendonk....

This is segment 10 of the Maas-Niederrheinpad. This hiking trail leads from Geldern along the winding Niers river towards the historic fortified town of Wachtendonk. Walkers cross the peaceful Baersdonk forest and pass the scenic confluence of the Nette. There are no campgrounds along this segment, so hikers rely on hotels or guesthouses. Both the starting location and town center feature local eateries alongside supermarkets for supplies. Start and finish points are easily accessible by...