Best views trails in Schwalm-Nette Nature Park
Founded in 1965, the Schwalm-Nette Nature Park is located in the far west of North Rhine-Westphalia on the Dutch border. It is part of the German-Dutch Maas-Schwalm-Nette Nature Park. Its landscape is characterized by water. Lakes, rivers, streams and marshlands invite you to experience and enjoy a variety of activities. Typical forests, pastures, farmland and heathland offer impressive experiences and recreation in nature.
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- 4.4 (139)·Easy·4.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrWonderfully quiet nature walk through a special border area. From restaurant and driving stable Venhof you are in National Park De Meinweg in a few minutes. The German-Dutch border in this area is naturally formed by the winding river Bosbeek, around which you walk. Along the way you walk through forests and over moors, you pass club paths and viewpoints.
- 4.1 (112)·Moderate·14.1 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis hiking trail follows segment 9 of part two of the Pieterpad, an iconic long-distance route across the Netherlands. The journey connects Venlo to Swalmen via a forested path along the Meuse terrace steep edge and German border. It features the extensive woods of Jammerdaalse Heide plus the winding stream valley of the Swalm river. Overnight stays occur at various campsites near the path or local hotels, which require booking during summer months. Grocery stores and many restaurants are...
- 4.4 (155)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrCertified premium hiking trail on the German-Dutch border The wonderful hike along natural paths and along small lakes and ponds is located in the premium hiking region "WasserWanderWelt". It goes through varied heath landscapes with flowering meadows and through forests. In wet weather the trails can get very muddy. At the starting point there is an inn with a playground. Since there are also mountain bikers on the trails, you should look out for each other. Start is at the parking lot at...
- 4.4 (155)·Moderate·8.4 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular premium hiking trail in North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail and takes you through the idyllic Schaagbachtal nature reserve. The route mostly follows natural paths, past the "Birgelener Pützchen" pilgrimage chapel and the "Haus Wildenrath" biological station. This route is part of the hiking region "WasserWanderWelt". Danger! Sometimes the signage is missing or could be improved. It is therefore worth using the offline map or a physical hiking...
- 4.5 (61)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrExciting and promising hiking tour in the Schwalm-Nette Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This is a nice excursion that offers a lot of variety. A highlight is the Krickenbecker Seen, where there is an ideal place for a little rest. There you can also see the impressive Krickenbeck Castle. Highlights of the tour: - Pretty prospects - Local flora and fauna - Great natural landscapes - Schwalm-Nette Nature Park - Krickenbecker lakes and Hinsbecker heights
- 4.7 (49)·Moderate·9.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrCertified premium hiking trail on the German-Dutch border. This route is a certified premium hiking trail that runs between Germany and Holland. On the German side, it passes through a nature reserve with a primeval forest character and on the Dutch side mostly through commercial forest. The waters, wet meadows and juniper heaths along the route are a true paradise for birdwatchers - kingfishers, tree falcons and ospreys live here. Highlights: - numerous bird species - Idyllic and varied...
- 4.6 (51)·Easy·2.1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrHiking trail from the village of Vlodrop-Station through the Meinweg National Park to the Dalheimer Mühle in Germany. Vlodrop-Station is a village located in the middle of the Meinweg National Park. An ideal starting point for beautiful hiking trails. This route leads directly into the woods, along a few forest lakes. After crossing a meadow, the trail enters Germany. The trail leads past the former monastery of Sankt Ludwig to the Helpensteiner Bach. The Dalheimer Mühle is located in the...
- 4.4 (69)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrExciting hike in the Schwalm-Nette Nature Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail located in the "WasserWanderWelt" premium hiking region. Two nature reserves ("Krickenbecker Seen und Kleiner De Wittsee" and "Ferkensbruch"), numerous bodies of water and near-natural quarry forests make for an extremely varied hiking experience. Highlights: - Interesting flora and fauna - great views
- 4.6 (63)·Easy·3.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrFamily-friendly tour in the Tantelbruch nature reserve, North Rhine-Westphalia. This route is a certified premium hiking trail in the "WasserWanderWelt" premium hiking region. Two idyllic lakes and plenty of Lower Rhine history await visitors here. One highlight is the Mühlrath Mill dating back to 1447, which is located right next to the parking lot. The route is well marked throughout and is suitable for families with children with its short distance. Highlights of the route: - Beautiful...
- 4.7 (53)·Moderate·5.8 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrVaried hiking tour in Wassenberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. The signposted loop starts at the "Birgeler Urwald" car park, where a bus stops directly (bus stop Wildenrath Haus Wildenrath). From there it goes on narrow paths and forest and meadow paths in the beautiful atmosphere under the canopy of leaves of the nature park and to the western border of Birgelen. This is the perfect place for anyone who loves forests! There is a restaurant in the center of Wildenrath and home-made products can...
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- Glabbacher Bruch
- Nette
- Laarer See
- Naturschutzstation Haus Wildenrath
- Ferkensbruch
- Borner See
- Haus Wildenrath
- Hariksee
- Hinsbecker Bruch
- De Wittsee
- Weisser Stein
- Jugendzeltplatz Birgelen
- Windmühlenbruch
- Wasser.Blick 16 - Borner See
- Wasser.Blick 09 Krickenbecker Seen
- Wasser.Blick 14 Elmpter Schwalmbruch
- Effelder Waldsee
- Venekotensee
- Gewässer an der Flootsmühle
- Kutscherhaus