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Birgeler Primeval Forest

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Birgeler Primeval Forest

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    October 24, 2021

    Hiking

    The Birgel primeval forest with its original forest is a highlight in the Heinsberg district. However, it can also get crowded on the main routes at weekends.
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    June 25, 2020

    Hiking

    Premium hiking trail Birgeler primeval forest

    The start is above Haus Wildenrath. The path follows the nature trail to the edge of the forest, crosses the young Schaagbach. The hikers …
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    May 12, 2021

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    One of the most beautiful hiking trails over the wonderfully soft forest floor, rarely floated like this!
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    Elevation 130 m

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    Location: Wassenberg, Heinsberg, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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