エンガーの天然記念物・トップ20

The supposed summit cross at the highest point of the Spatzenberg, also called Löhner Berg (96 m, according to Komoot/Open Street Map 101 m above sea level) is actually a memorial. At the foot of the cross, the short inscription reads: "Remembrance Cross. We warn." It was erected in 1954 by the "Association of Returnees" and commemorates the fate of the prisoners of war of World War II. Some historical background: In 1954/55, the last surviving German prisoners of war returned from the former Soviet Union. In 2006, the memorial cross was completely replaced. Those who venture up the steep and somewhat adventurous trail (preferably on foot) will find a wonderful place of silence and contemplation up there.

The Human Rights Park in Bielefeld is a beautiful green area located on Neustädter Straße. This park is ideal for relaxing, especially on hot summer days, as the Lutter River, which ran underground for many years, has been exposed here. The park also offers a playground and several sculptures, including the unique "Me Monument," which allows you to present yourself as a work of art. The park is ideal for a picnic or a leisurely stroll through the Neustädter district, where you will find many individual shops and cafes.

In the Human Rights Park, the Lutter, Bielefeld's river, which runs mostly underground, has been exposed. The park also has a children's playground and several sculptures. An information board points out that all people have inalienable rights, but not everyone can live them.

Beautiful, lovingly laid out path between apple trees dedicated to the songwriter Hannes Wader.

Small oasis in the old town.

From 1947 to 1996, today's "Gymnasium am Waldhof" was called "Bavink"-Gymnasium, named after the natural science teacher Dr. Bernhard Bavink, who had been teaching at the girls' grammar school since 1912. Bavink enjoyed a high reputation among his students and was known for his open manner and lively teaching. From 1991, a public and political debate began about the name of the grammar school. The focus was on Bavink's support of eugenics. The Greens / Bunte Liste then submitted an application for a scientific report to evaluate Bavink's positions in relation to the National Socialists, euthanasia and the "destruction of life unworthy of life". The following report came to the conclusion that Bavink's theses on eugenics should not be equated with the euthanasia pursued by the National Socialists. Bavink was committed to free science during the National Socialist era, but was also politically close to the NSDAP and had been a party member since 1933. Therefore, in 1996, the city council voted by a narrow majority to rename the high school.

The Park of Human Rights is particularly enjoyable on hot summer days. A few years ago, the Lutter, Bielefeld's river, most of which still runs underground, was uncovered here. The park also has a children's playground and several sculptures. Among other things, the I monument is also located there. The monument consists of a base made of red Eifel sandstone, which is erected without a statue. Instead of putting people from contemporary history on a pedestal, visitors can present themselves as a work of art.

From the meeting point we ride in the direction of Löhne through the Werretal, past the Spatzenberg, from Löhne through the Werreauen, on the Else-Werre cycle path to Kirchlengern and from there back to Herford. The tour leads through a charming meadow landscape worthy of protection with beautiful views across the country. With a bit of luck we can listen to the singing of the nightingale on the Spatzenberg. A stop in Kirchlengern is planned.