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Kristalbad Nature Reserve

Natural Monuments

Kristalbad Nature Reserve

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Kristalbad Nature Reserve

Recommended by 86 hikers out of 89

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Location: Hengelo, Overijssel, Netherlands

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Best Hikes to Kristalbad Nature Reserve

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1. Hengelo Lock – Kristalbad Observation Tower loop from Enschede Kennispark

15.4km

03:53

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Hengelo Lock – Bridge Over the Twentekanaal loop from Veldwijk Zuid

13.1km

03:18

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Kristalbad Nature Reserve – Kristalbad Observation Tower loop from Schuttersveld

8.01km

02:01

10m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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July 9, 2021

Really interesting wetland. Here you can see a lot of water birds and dragonflies. On small footbridges you can even walk directly on the water level in the reed belt. Interesting flora can also be seen here.

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KraftTier

August 8, 2023

Nice place to stay.

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Wandeldingen 🌿

November 19, 2024

The Kristalbad is a unique nature reserve between Hengelo and Enschede. It has multiple functions: it purifies water, acts as a water buffer and is an ecological connection zone. Purified sewage water from Enschede flows via the Elsbeek to the Kristalbad, where it is further purified by reeds and basins. This system helps prevent flooding in Hengelo and ensures that water remains available for longer during dry periods.

In addition, the Kristalbad is a paradise for flora and fauna. The area combines water, reeds and tranquility, which allows all kinds of plants and animals to find a place there. The young forest around the Kristalbad is growing and will become increasingly diverse and valuable in the future. Various network walks from Wandelnetwerk Twente pass through the area.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: Hengelo, Overijssel, Netherlands

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Kristalbad Nature Reserve

1. Hengelo Lock – Kristalbad Observation Tower loop from Enschede Kennispark

2. Hengelo Lock – Bridge Over the Twentekanaal loop from Veldwijk Zuid

3. Kristalbad Nature Reserve – Kristalbad Observation Tower loop from Schuttersveld

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