Forêt du Neuhof, Forest and sports venue in Strasbourg, France.
The Neuhof forest is a large woodland south of Strasbourg covering around 750 hectares, with numerous paths running through it. The terrain includes open meadows, dense woods, and areas designed for recreation and sports.
During the 1800s, engineer Johann Gottfried Tulla rerouted the Rhine in this area, which changed how water moved through the landscape. This alteration later made way for the forest to become a recreation space.
The forest serves as a retreat where locals go for walks, jogging, and family outings after work or on weekends. You'll notice people using the paths throughout the day, finding quiet spots away from the city.
The forest can be reached through four main entrances: northeast near Coucou des Bois restaurant, center near Oberjaegerhof, north along Route de la Faisanderie, and west at Rheingartenweg. Early morning or late afternoon visits tend to be quieter than midday.
The forest is home to rare species such as the Southern Damselfly and Northern Goshawk, which live in a protected natural area. These special inhabitants make the space an important refuge for wildlife within the city.
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