オベルの天然記念物・トップ20

Nice pond and nice for a break.

The Geul is an idyllic stream that meanders considerably, or winds through the landscape. Because the Geul flows fast on this part, the water erodes the bank in the outer bends. In the inner bends, the water flows less fast and the sand and mud that has been carried along remains there. In the outer bends, there is a steep bank and in the inner bends a flat bank.

The site of the former Plombières mine is home to species-rich calcareous grassland meadows, now protected as a nature reserve. The exceptional flora and fauna of this area are due to the heavy metal-rich soils, particularly the presence of zinc in the subsurface. Among the natural meadow relics, visible traces of the former metal industry can still be found: – Walls from former foundry floors – Remains of old smelting furnaces – Stones from former industrial buildings A small stream meandering through the area further enriches the ecological diversity of this special place. The "Gueule" viewpoint, which offers a glimpse into a cave opening, is particularly impressive and worth a visit.

Today it is best known for its flora (zinc-rich soil) and the underground passage or "cave" where the Geule "disappears" for a moment and which was artificially constructed because too much water from the Geule flowed into the mine tunnels and they were therefore temporarily moved.

Park with "the house of the mining site", playground, information boards, picnic areas, sanitary facilities, direct access to the nature reserve and more. Info about the "Maison du Site Minier" at https://www.komoot.com/nl-nl/highlight/1038492

Very nice place that invites you to take a little rest.

Great resting place to watch the climbing friends.

Very nice climbing wall. You can also take a break there.