The centerpiece of the garden consists of 21 spiral staircases…

The sensory garden at Benediktushof Maria Veen invites visitors to experience nature with all their senses. Fragrant herbs, diverse plant textures, water features, and tranquil seating areas create a place of relaxation and mindfulness. The garden offers the opportunity to consciously perceive the diversity of nature and gather new impressions. Designed to be easily accessible…

Nestled in the heart of the Dorsten Heath, the Hervester Bruch, with its ponds, ditches, and streams, offers fascinating insights into a diverse natural world and wildlife. Several viewing platforms – some designed to be accessible – as well as an observation tower allow for impressive observations of the local bird species. A boardwalk leads through the northwest of the Hervester Bruch…

The viewing platform on Rhader Weg is located directly on the 3rd stage of the Hohe Mark SteigIt offers a fantastic elevated panoramic view of the Üfter Mark – one of the most beautiful wooded areas in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Once characterized by glacial sandy soils, the region is today an important and extensive habitat for rare plants, pines, oaks and the characteristic red deer…

A walk around the Raesfeld moated castle on well-developed paths. There are also listening and tactile stations with information on the history of the castle and its current use.

The inclusive cultural adventure trail is a beautiful circular route around the outer bailey, leads through freedom to the castle courtyard and from the castle to the NaturparkHouse.
You walk along the moats with a view of the castle. …

Discover the world of the forest. On wooded paths through the Üfter Mark. A real pleasure in every season!

The Üfter Mark is one of the largest contiguous forest landscapes in the Naturpark Hohe Mark and offers diverse opportunities to experience nature with minimal barriers.

The accessible circular route consists of several sections…

Along the 5,5 km trail, numerous interactive stations, wooden sculptures, and information panels reveal the unique features of the forest and fields. The forest promenade largely follows the historic Haardgrenzweg, which forms the link between forest and field. A special feature is its sunny location at the edge of the forest, offering views of the open landscape.

The nature experience w…