The area is popularly known as "Hornpott" because bones were ground into artificial fertilizer in a glue factory and horn was burned in a "pot" to produce glue and buttons.

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PeterH65 (a.k.a. "Waldorf")

January 10, 2025

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"The nature reserve "Am Hornpottweg" is located in Dünnwald in the north-east of the city area, directly on the border with the city of Leverkusen. It is an older gravel …

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March 9, 2025

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Please note that dogs must be kept on a leash as there is an electric fence around the area. Also be careful in the forest as there is a freely accessible railway line with DB express trains.

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1. Von Diergardt Lake – Beach at Von-Diergardt Lake loop from Manfort

10.1km

02:35

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2. Wild Boar Carved Bench – Von Diergardt Lake loop from Am Hornpottweg

10.7km

02:46

50m

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3. Forest Shelter in Cologne – Hornpottsee loop from Am Hornpottweg

6.92km

01:47

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Bergisches Land, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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View of the Lake at Am Hornpottweg

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Lake in the Am Hornpottweg Nature Reserve

1. Von Diergardt Lake – Beach at Von-Diergardt Lake loop from Manfort

2. Wild Boar Carved Bench – Von Diergardt Lake loop from Am Hornpottweg

3. Forest Shelter in Cologne – Hornpottsee loop from Am Hornpottweg

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