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Bird observation hut at the forest lake

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Wassenberg

Bird observation hut at the forest lake

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Bird observation hut at the forest lake

Recommended by 42 hikers out of 46

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

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

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July 26, 2025

This was once a birdwatching hide. It still is, in fact, one, but due to the vegetation in front of it, there are currently no birds to be seen here at all. At best, it's a hide with graffiti. There is still a sign listing birds you might see here, but you'd better find a spot elsewhere.

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saskia

December 4, 2024

Here you can shelter from the rain. And at the same time watch the birds.

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Anneke B.

February 16, 2025

From the hide you have a good place to watch the birds. There are also some information boards

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Elevation 30 m

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

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Bird observation hut at the forest lake

1. View of Waldsee Effeld – Gitstappermolen loop from Effeld

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3. Effelder Waldsee – Gitstapper Watermill loop from Effeld

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