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North Rhine-Westphalia

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Schaagbachtal Marsh

North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Heinsberg

Wegberg

Schaagbachtal Marsh

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Schaagbachtal Marsh

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Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

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

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1. View of the Schaagbach – Wetland at the Schaagbach loop from Wildenrath

5.85km

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30m

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2. Wetland at the Schaagbach – View of the Schaagbach loop from Wildenrath

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

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3. Wetland at the Schaagbach – Birgeler Primeval Forest loop from Wildenrath

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80m

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Tips

Oliver🌍

August 5, 2023

The Schaagbachtal nature reserve is located in the town of Wassenberg in the district of Heinsberg in North Rhine-Westphalia. The area, which consists of three sub-areas, extends north-west, north and north-east of the core town of Wassenberg along the Schaagbach, a right tributary of the Rur.

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saskia

February 12, 2024

A beaver also lives here.

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Mike

October 27, 2025

Those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city will find Schaagbachtal Marsh a tranquil, almost magical place. The area is characterized by expansive marshes and a network of babbling brooks where reeds and aquatic plants sway gently in the breeze. Birdwatchers will be in their element here: geese, ducks, and many other waterfowl feel completely at home.

Walking along the narrow wooden paths and bridges feels like walking through an unspoiled landscape with little surprises everywhere: a frog leaping from the water, a dragonfly gliding past, or the reflection of the sky in a still puddle. Especially in the early morning or around sunset, it feels as if time stands still here.

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Elevation 130 m

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

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1. View of the Schaagbach – Wetland at the Schaagbach loop from Wildenrath

2. Wetland at the Schaagbach – View of the Schaagbach loop from Wildenrath

3. Wetland at the Schaagbach – Birgeler Primeval Forest loop from Wildenrath

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