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Giele Botter Nature Reserve

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    1. Pavillon Source Bel-Val – Giele Botter Nature Reserve loop from Nonnewisen

    49.7km

    04:08

    620m

    Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    November 6, 2024

    Giele Botter, located near Pétange in southwestern Luxembourg, is a nature reserve transformed from a former open-pit iron ore mining site. The name "Giele Botter," meaning "Yellow Butter" in Luxembourgish, reflects the area's distinctive yellowish soil, a remnant of its mining past. Since the cessation of mining activities, the site has undergone significant ecological restoration, now featuring dense forests, shrubs, dry grasslands, and ponds. Visitors can explore the reserve via well-marked trails, such as the 2.5-kilometer Geological Trail, which offers insights into the region's geological history and industrial heritage. The area is also part of the Minett UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, highlighting its environmental significance.

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      Elevation 440 m

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      Location: Esch-sur-Alzette Canton, Luxemburg

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