Heidesee

Heidesee is a nature reserve in Coesfeld featuring open water areas, boggy sections, and heathland vegetation. The grounds include several connected habitats that display different botanical characteristics and landscape types.

The area received official protection status in 1985 to preserve its rare habitats and plant life. This action was part of a larger effort to safeguard natural landscapes across the region.

The reserve draws nature enthusiasts who come to observe moorland habitats and heathland ecosystems firsthand. Visitors can watch how the landscape shifts through the seasons and observe the animals that depend on this environment.

Wear sturdy footwear since the ground can be muddy and waterlogged depending on the season. Stay on marked paths and keep respectful distance from wildlife to avoid disturbing the habitat.

The reserve hosts specialized insect species adapted to sandy and waterlogged soils found nowhere else nearby. These creatures represent a fragile ecosystem that exists in only a handful of similar locations across the region.

Location: Coesfeld

Inception: 1985

GPS coordinates: 51.92220,7.10222

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:44