오플루머 호수 주변 최고의 반려견 동반 하이킹 & 워킹 코스

🏰History and Function The lake was created from 1935 onwards by the intensive extraction of sand and gravel. The hopper towers were formerly used to wash and sort the extracted gravel and to temporarily store it for transport by truck or railcar. Since industrial use ended in 2005 and the lake was transformed into a recreational area as part of the Regionale 2004 project, the hoppers have found a new purpose.

🌊 Lake Offlum in Neuenkirchen (near Steinfurt) is known for its distinctive red funnel-shaped towers, often referred to as gravel dumping hoppers. These structures are the lake's prominent landmark and a direct testament to its industrial past.

The funnels are the landmark of Lake Offlum.

🕊️ The sand martin nesting tower is a special nature conservation project on the border between Neuenkirchen and Wettringen, right in the Offlumer See / Haddorfer Seen recreation area. Since sand martins naturally nest in steep riverbanks or in quarries, which are often missing or built over today, this tower was erected as an artificial nesting aid.

🔔 The "Klöcksken von Offlum" is a charming historical stop on the circular hiking trail around Lake Offlum in Neuenkirchen. However, it is not a classic monastery complex with preserved buildings, but rather a memorial site steeped in local history.

🌅 The funnel-shaped viewing platform at Offlumer See in Neuenkirchen (also known as the "Funnel Towers") is a striking landmark of the region and offers one of the most beautiful views in Münsterland. The three bright red funnel towers are a reminder of the lake's industrial past as a sand and gravel extraction area. Where the wet material was once drained, they now serve as spectacular viewpoints right on the lakeside promenade.

🍦 Highlights along the Milk Trail Lotte, the mascot: On the nine information panels, Lotte the cow explains, especially for children (and curious adults), how milk is produced and why it's so important for the region. Milk houses: Stops at the milk houses (e.g., at the Lölfer or Leifker families' farms) are an absolute must. There you can get fresh milk drinks, quark dishes, and cheese sandwiches directly from the producers. Railway lines: Large sections of the trail follow the flat and comfortable Münsterland Cycle Route.

Large seating areas for many hikers or cyclists