The best walks and hikes around Rhede

To the east of the (Bohlen) circular path, near the border, the wooden path turns into a soft peat path. You can walk comfortably and gently on the peat ground (if it hasn't rained for weeks). In this area of the circular path, rainwater still drains relatively well, as there are no clay layers/bedrock hindering water seepage. Partially, wooden railway sleepers lie underneath. I assume they are for securing, so you don't sink completely into the soft ground. The iron screws and nails of the railway sleepers are still clearly visible.

The raised bog between Woold (NL) and Burlo-Vardingholt (DE) was formed over the last 5000 years. During this time, undigested plant remains accumulated to form a peat layer several meters thick. The peat was removed in the 19th and 20th centuries. Little remained of the original raised bog. Today, "Natuurmonumenten" (NL) and the district of Borken (DE) are jointly working on the renaturation of the European Natura 2000 area. The first results are already visible. Frogs, toads, and salamanders live in the newly created ponds. Sphagnum moss is growing again, and sundew colors the ground reddish in places. There was a lot of smuggling in the border area between Germany and the Netherlands. Especially here in the lonely moor, the smuggler believed he would not be caught so easily by the "Kommies" (Low German for customs officer). Therefore, the customs officers patrolled. And such a historical "Kommiesenpatt" (control path) ran right through the moor here and sharply along the border. On this border path, you can see 3 historical boundary stones out of a total of 186.

This circular route, just under 2 km long, leads over wooden planks through the beautiful Wooldse Veen. The wooden planks are covered with a thin wire mesh so that you don't slip. The paths are very narrow (caution is advised if you suffer from vertigo!) and to allow for passing when meeting others, there are passing places at regular intervals.

At the summit of the Rodelberg, an official summit cross has stood since 2025. At 44.5 meters above sea level, it is said to be the lowest summit cross in NRW. From the top, you have a beautiful view.

Simply stay there for a while and relax.

Easily accessible from Dorsten without having to cycle through the city. Always nice for a coffee.

Just before the bridge, there is a small bay in the Aasee. The branches of a willow tree hang gently over the water. From here, you have an idyllic view of the lake. Ideal photo spot!

In the Bocholt city forest (approx. 69 hectares), you can enjoy walking or jogging on beautiful trails. These trails lead past forest and meadow enclosures where wild boar, fallow deer, and red deer live. Even the youngest visitors will find plenty to enjoy, as they can observe goats up close.