Wassenberg was first mentioned in a document in the “Klosterrather Annals” (Annales Rodenses). Klosterrath is today's Rolduc near Herzogenrath. In 1020, Emperor Henry II (1002 - 1024) gave the Flemish nobleman Gerhard von Antoing rich land holdings in Wassenberg in return for services rendered. After the expansion of the motte (original castle), his descendants called themselves “Count of Wassenberg”. Count Gerhard III of Wassenberg and Geldern is also considered the founder of the Wassenberg St. George's Abbey and the builder of the St. George's Provost Church.

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1. Gondelweiher (Gondola Pond), Wassenberg – Myhler Bruch Moorland loop from Wassenberg

14.6km

03:56

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2. Birgeler Primeval Forest – Birgelener Pützchen (Birgelen Little Spring) loop from Wassenberg

12.8km

03:19

80m

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3. Wassenberg Castle – Historic Center of Wassenberg loop from Wassenberg

9.54km

02:26

30m

40m

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

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

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Historic Center of Wassenberg

1. Gondelweiher (Gondola Pond), Wassenberg – Myhler Bruch Moorland loop from Wassenberg

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