Aper Tief Nature Reserve

Between Detern and Apen we drive along the small river that takes us from the mouth of the Jümme along this nature reserve. The route here on the south side of the reserve is absolutely pleasant to drive. If you change to the right, i.e. northern, side of the water just before Apen, you will also pass the Hengstford Mill.

Aper TiefThe Aper Tief is a natural river in the municipality of Apen. Coming from the east, it flows through the farming communities of Hengstforde, Vreschen Bokel and Holtgast, from where it merges into the Jümme.Two retention areas were created along the river, which have become a fantastic nature reserve. The connection of the Aper Tief with the Jümme, Leda and Ems as far as the North Sea means that the tides are noticeable in this area with a tidal range of 60 to 120 cm.While hiking or cycling, discover the freshwater mudflats in Hengstforde and the floodplain landscape in Holtgast with its diverse birdlife.Anglers will also find excellent conditions here.

Well developed cycle paths, typical north German landscape