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North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Städteregion Aachen

Simmerath

Reclining bench by the Obersee

North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Städteregion Aachen

Simmerath

Reclining bench by the Obersee

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Reclining bench by the Obersee

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Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

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Location: Simmerath, Städteregion Aachen, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Bergziege

March 9, 2026

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Fantastic views of the lake in a relaxed location

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Bergziege

March 9, 2026

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Take a break and enjoy the view of the Obersee from the lounger. Please take your rubbish with you and don't throw away cigarette butts. Thank you.

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Elevation 330 m

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Thursday 18 June

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