Venner Moor

Venner Moor is a nature reserve near Senden with moorland, lakes, and birch forests spanning about 149 hectares. The landscape is shaped by water and vegetation and provides habitat for many animal and plant species.

The moorland formed around 6,000 years ago and was officially designated as a protected area in 1954. Its area has decreased over time, reflecting the history of land use in North Rhine-Westphalia.

The moorland is a place where visitors can experience wetland landscapes as they have existed for millennia in this region. People can understand here why such habitats are protected today and which living creatures depend on them.

The area can be explored on maintained paths that suit different fitness levels. Dogs must be kept on leashes and the best time to visit is during warmer months when the paths are dry.

The area is home to adders, which have become rare across the country and are therefore strictly protected. Scientists also use the moorland as a research site to better understand wetland ecosystems.