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North Rhine-Westphalia

Düsseldorf District

Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf

Hees Forest near Xanten

North Rhine-Westphalia

Düsseldorf District

Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf

Hees Forest near Xanten

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Hees Forest near Xanten

Mountain biking

4.9

(87)

Hiking

4.5

(9)

Gravel riding

5.0

(4)

Cycling

5.0

(2)

Running

5.0

(1)

Location: Xanten, Kreis Wesel, Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Tips

November 14, 2024

Mountain biking

The Hees area is wonderfully varied. There are sunken paths, remnants of coppice, old trees - both deciduous and coniferous -, viewpoints and idyllic ponds.

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May 16, 2026

Hiking

The „Heeswald“ (often simply called „Die Hees“) is a popular, hilly forest area in Xanten-Birten. It is known for its historic hiking trails, extends to the Sonsbecker Schweiz, and holds the ruins of a former air force ammunition depot (Muna) from World War II.

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Best routes near Hees Forest near Xanten

4.8

(23)

79

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#1.

View of Xanten Cathedral – Hees Forest near Xanten loop from Xanten

50.7km

03:55

480m

480m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate

4.9

(26)

70

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#2.

View of Xanten Cathedral – Hees Forest near Xanten loop from Xanten

22.4km

01:48

190m

190m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy

5.0

(9)

12

riders

#3.

Hees Forest near Xanten – View of Xanten Cathedral loop from Veen

19.8km

01:21

210m

210m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate

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Elevation 60 m

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Max wind speed: 24.0 km/h

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Location: Xanten, Kreis Wesel, Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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