Pennekuhle, Forest in Stelle, Germany.
Pennekuhle is a protected forest in Stelle containing springs that form the source of the Heidbeek stream. The four-hectare woodland is bordered by County Road 86 to the north and agricultural fields to the east.
An ancient sunken pathway crosses the woodland from east to west, having served as a transport route for several centuries. This old thoroughfare demonstrates how the area has been used as a connection route through time.
The name Pennekuhle relates to a local story about a craftsman who met a tragic end at the hands of a thief in this woodland. This tale continues to shape how the area is remembered by people in the region.
Access is straightforward since the woodland borders County Road 86 between Stelle and Maschen and can be reached directly from the road. The surrounding trees offer a good setting for a short walk without requiring any special equipment.
Eight bat species inhabit this woodland, all protected under German federal nature conservation laws. Those visiting in the evening may spot these creatures hunting across the forest clearing.
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