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Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf

Brachter Wald (Former Ammunition Depot)

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Brachter Wald (Former Ammunition Depot)

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Location: Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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1. Winding Trail in Brachter Wald – Venweg Gravel Climb loop from Brüggen

28.6km

02:09

150m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of the Asseltse Plassen – Naturschutzgebiet neben der Swalm loop from Niederkrüchten

50.6km

02:51

150m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Brüggen Castle – Brachter Heath loop from Overhetfeld

28.2km

01:48

130m

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

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Rudi⚙️⚙️

November 23, 2023

Fallow deer in the Brachter Forest (former Man Depot)

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Niklas 🥾🚲🛶🛼😀

May 5, 2024

The conflict between East and West after World War II, known as the "Cold War", led to the Western Allies setting up military bases in the Federal Republic of Germany.

This included the largest ammunition depot of the British Rhine Army in West Germany, the 3 Base Ammunition Depot in Brüggen Bracht. For almost fifty years, a unique heath landscape with rare animal and plant diversity was able to develop in this military restricted area on nutrient-poor drifting sand soils. Due to its valuable habitats, the 12 sq km area was placed under nature conservation. After it was closed in 1996 due to the changed political situation, the area became the property of the North Rhine-Westphalia Foundation for Nature Conservation, Homeland and Cultural Care and the Economic Development Company for the Viersen District mbH.

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Frank

January 31, 2024

A beautiful forest that allows you to see game, especially in the early morning hours.

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Elevation 60 m

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

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Location: Regierungsbezirk Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Brachter Wald (Former Ammunition Depot)

1. Winding Trail in Brachter Wald – Venweg Gravel Climb loop from Brüggen

2. View of the Asseltse Plassen – Naturschutzgebiet neben der Swalm loop from Niederkrüchten

3. Brüggen Castle – Brachter Heath loop from Overhetfeld

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