Haus Ternell, Nature center and tourism office in Eupen, Belgium.
Haus Ternell is a nature center and visitor information facility in Eupen focused on the High Fens region. The building contains museum displays with detailed dioramas that show the ecosystems and plant communities of the moorland environment.
The building started as a forestry house managing the forests and moorlands of the region. It was later transformed into an educational facility that explains the history and changes of the High Fens landscape.
The center reflects how communities have adapted to life in the High Fens region. The exhibits are presented in multiple languages, showing the linguistic diversity of the area.
The center offers guided walks into the surrounding moors and forests suitable for different fitness levels. Winter sports equipment rentals are available, and an on-site restaurant serves regional dishes on most days of the week.
The center features displays about peat bog formation and characteristics specific to the Hertogenwald forest region. These interactive exhibits show how bogs develop and their role in supporting unique plant and animal life.
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