Waldhügel, Nature reserve in Rheine, Germany
The Waldhügel protected area spans 50.84 hectares of land, featuring limestone formations, former quarries, and lakes at an elevation of 94 meters.
The area's limestone layers contain marine deposits and fossils from the Lower and Upper Cretaceous periods, dating back approximately 100 million years.
The Förderverein Waldhügel association maintains the reserve through educational programs and guided tours, promoting environmental awareness among visitors.
Several hiking trails near the water tanks provide access to different sections of the nature reserve, allowing visitors to explore its geological features.
The reserve hosts 918 plant species, with 55 classified as endangered, growing on reclaimed mining platforms and around excavation lakes.
Location: Rheine
Inception: 1994
GPS coordinates: 52.25871,7.43344
Latest update: March 4, 2025 15:56
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