Königsforst, Nature reserve and forest in Cologne, Germany
The Königsforst extends across 2,500 hectares between Cologne, Bergisch Gladbach, and Rösrath, featuring dense woodland, meadows, and numerous walking paths throughout the landscape.
The establishment of Königsforst dates back to medieval times when it served as a hunting ground for nobility, with Gut Leidenhausen estate built in 1329.
The environmental education center at Gut Leidenhausen offers programs about wildlife protection and conducts rehabilitation services for injured birds of prey and bats.
Multiple entry points around the reserve provide access to marked trails for hiking and cycling, with dedicated parking areas located near main entrances.
The forest contains a sanctuary specializing in the care of injured birds of prey, featuring rehabilitation facilities and educational exhibits about local wildlife.
Location: Cologne
Location: Bergisch Gladbach
Location: Rösrath
Shares border with: Wahner Heide
GPS coordinates: 50.93250,7.13028
Latest update: November 17, 2025 18:16
Monte Troodelöh
1.1 km
Königsforst
1.1 km
Zum Göttlichen Erlöser
2.8 km
Wildgehege Brück
2.1 km
Großer Steinberg
1 km
Großer Stein-Berg
1.1 km
Kinderdorf
1.7 km
Erinnerung an Christian Siebertz (1928)
1 km
Archaeological site
2.7 km
Wassertretstelle
1.5 km
Eule
2.5 km
Aussicht auf Becken 3
2.7 km
Aussicht auf Becken 3
3 km
Iron Age, archaeological site
2.2 km
Wildschweingehege
1.8 km
Ruine Lokschuppen Munitionsbahn
1.6 km
Archaeological site
2.8 km
Archaeological site
2.8 km
Rotwildgehege
2.3 km
Archaeological site
2.8 km
Archaeological site
2.1 km
Archaeological site
2.2 km
Archaeological site
2.3 km
Archaeological site
2.2 km
Archaeological site
2.2 km
Archaeological site
2.2 km
Archaeological site
2.1 km
Archaeological site
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