NATUR.PUR - Rietberg: Discover the Ems lowlands and fish ponds

The Ems lowlands are a habitat characterized by water and meadows. Along the way, you will pass wetlands where the northern lapwing, curlew and black-tailed godwit breed. The Rietberg fish ponds, once created for carp farming, are now an important FFH conservation area for water birds. The trail leads over Tenge Estate with its old ramparts, a relic of the castle's history. The route continues along the Birkendamm to the Rietberger Emsniederung nature reserve. Here, pastures and shallow pools with changing water levels provide ideal breeding and resting places for wading birds, cranes and wild geese. The historic Antfängers Mühle mill is a reminder of the former dual use of the Ems as a watermill and duck trap.

Important facts about the tour:
The hike covers 10 km. The level of difficulty is easy, the paths consist of 80% asphalted roads, supplemented by farm tracks and short sections of field paths.

Bring sturdy footwear with treaded soles suitable for the weather. The tour is also suitable for baby carriages.

Meeting point:
Gartenschaupark main entrance Torfweg

Parking facilities | public transport connections:
Information can be found under the heading "Getting here".

May I bring my dog?
No, dogs are not allowed on this hike.

Hiking guides:
Werner Hartkamp, Jürgen Schnieders

Registration required:
Participation in the tours is free of charge. Participation is at your own risk and responsibility. Click here to register:
Date, May 17, 10:00 am
Date, 12 October, 16:00

Further information about our hike:
This hike is offered as part of the project "Natur pur - Naturerlebnis stärken" in the LEADER GT8 region. It is led by DWV-certified hiking guides. In manageable groups, you will learn interesting facts about the local habitats along the tour in short, simply explained snacks. You can find more tours from our current program here.