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Dune in the Forest

Highlight • Natural Monument

Dune in the Forest

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Naturpark Hohe Mark - Westmünsterland

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    July 17, 2025

    Cycling

    Here, a dune was re-excavated to restore the area to its original state. A panel vividly explains what it once looked like and how the former shifting dune was restored. There's now room for other animal species, such as the ant lion.
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    Moderate

    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

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    Elevation 90 m

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    Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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    Location: Dorsten, Kreis Recklinghausen, Ruhr Region, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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