Geisterholz, Nature preserve in Ennigerloh and Oelde, Germany
Description
Geisterholz is a protected forest area spanning roughly 300 hectares between Ennigerloh and Oelde in North Rhine-Westphalia. The terrain is characterized by oak-hornbeam woodland with a network of walking paths running through it.
History
The woodland was officially protected in 2003 to safeguard its ecological systems. This step was taken to counter growing pressures on natural habitats in the region.
Culture
The woodland shapes the landscape with its old oak and hornbeam trees that visitors encounter while walking through. Local residents regularly use and maintain the paths that wind through the area.
Practical
Access to the area is possible year-round, mainly via roads on the southern and northeastern edges. Visitors should bring suitable footwear for woodland paths and be prepared for natural conditions.
Did you know?
A network of drainage ditches runs through the area, many of which have been decommissioned to allow the water balance to develop more naturally. This redesign enabled the woodland to self-regulate and recover its original structure.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Ennigerloh).
Burg Stromberg
7.3 km
Überführung Weg Hesseler
5.7 km
Haus Vornholz
4.2 km
Schloss Möhler
7 km
Haus Geist
980 m
Wallfahrtskirche Hl. Kreuz
7.3 km
Museum für Westfälische Literatur
8 km
Saint John the Baptist Church
2.3 km
Ruine Nienburg
2.9 km
Haus Dieck
7.8 km
St. Margaretha
4.1 km
St. Jakobus
6.3 km
Burgbühne Stromberg
7.3 km
Alte Brennerei Schwake
6.3 km
St. Laurentius
7.4 km
Steinbruch Anneliese
7.3 km
St. Vitus
6.2 km
St. Lambertus
7.8 km
Haus Keuschenburg
3.9 km
Schürenbrinkkapelle
5.6 km
St. Vitus (Sünninghausen)
7.9 km
Steinbruch Vellern
6.7 km
St. Pankratius
6.3 km
Christuskirche
7.4 km
St. Josef
7.2 km
Kreuzbusch
7.3 km
Windmühle Ennigerloh
6.6 km
Steinbruch Vellern
6.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes