--- title: "Renaturierung Bolldammbach" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/renaturierung-bolldammbach" description: "The Bolldammbach was straightened in the 1960s and its banks were reinforced with stones. The rapid drainage of the water and the (dry) use of the meadows took precedence over near-natural development at the time. Since that time, numerous citizens have used the cycle and footpath along the stream. Many of them found the straight course of the stream with its wooded border and open meadow area to be beautiful and close to nature. But appearances were deceptive. The straight course brought flood waves quickly and unchecked to Hiddenhausen. The floodplain was separated from the stream and could no longer fulfill its function as a habitat for animals and plants that require recurring flooding. Bank erosion, undercutting etc. had to be remedied by costly maintenance measures. Thanks to the diverse design of the stream and the surrounding area today, a number of animal and plant species will return, such as the kingfisher or fish species like the bullhead and minnow. A side effect is that a water retention volume of 10,000 m³ has been created, which benefits flood protection." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/187213/606f0aeaa1449678415fef53009fc09444f808ded0e1ae0f5a9071cd0a059c3e/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Renaturierung Bolldammbach ========================== - Nature discovery trail - nature experiences - various Renaturierter Bachlauf mit Schilf, umgeben von Wiesen und Bäumen, spiegelt den blauen Himmel wider. Ein kleiner Bach fließt entlang eines Zauns über eine grüne, grasbewachsene Wiese. New momentum for the straightened stream The Bolldammbach was straightened in the 1960s and its banks were reinforced with stones. The rapid drainage of the water and the (dry) use of the meadows took precedence over near-natural development at the time. Since that time, numerous citizens have used the cycle and footpath along the stream. Many of them found the straight course of the stream with its wooded border and open meadow area to be beautiful and close to nature.But appearances were deceptive. The straight course brought flood waves quickly and unchecked to Hiddenhausen. The floodplain was separated from the stream and could no longer fulfill its function as a habitat for animals and plants that require recurring flooding. Bank erosion, undercutting etc. had to be remedied by costly maintenance measures. Thanks to the diverse design of the stream and the surrounding area today, a number of animal and plant species will return, such as the kingfisher or fish species like the bullhead and minnow. A side effect is that a water retention volume of 10,000 m³ has been created, which benefits flood protection. Further information: Read more Good to know ------------ Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities The stream can be reached by car or bicycle via Dornbreede or Ellernbruch. Parking is also available on the road Read more More information Always know what's going on - a free number for all occasions: Bus and train customers in NRW can call 08006 50 40 30 around the clock for fare information, timetable information and more. Read more License (master data) Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Sports/leisure - Custom/culture - Exhibition - Food & Beverage - café - restaurant - restaurant - Accomodations - Holiday apartment - Pension - Holiday apartment - Package - Schlemmer/Genuss - Group Offer/Family Offer - Aktiv - Place of interest - Monument - Rest area - Venue - Tours 24.02 km - Regional bike tour 36.76 km - Regional bike tour 28.88 km - Regional bike tour Contact Dornbreede / Ellernbruch 32130 Enger