Wild horses in Germany? Yes, you read that right - in the Merfelder Bruch near Reken there is a wild horse reserve where you can watch the beautiful animals. This …

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Last updated: February 27, 2025

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571 m

Reken Tower Windmill and Open-Air Museum

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The Reken tower windmill rises up on a hill and is visible from afar. It is one of the most beautiful and oldest of its kind in Westphalia. The cap …

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1.44 km

Low Ropes Course and Forest Adventure Trail

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The climbing garden is free and great fun for children. The one and a half kilometer long forest adventure trail also begins here. Along the way, twelve stations provide information …

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3.60 km

Forest Chapel and Hermitage, Reken

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The Waldkapelle is wonderfully quiet and on beautiful hiking and cycling trails. It is open to visitors during the day. A document from 1686 refers to the place of worship. …

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26.9 km

Dülmen Wildlife Park

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The wildlife park is a real highlight and can be easily explored on foot or by bike. If you are a little lucky you can also watch the game.

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39.6 km

Dülmen Wild Horse Reserve

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Anyone who expects the reintroduced horses to constantly gallop through the landscape is not entirely correct. The horses are “wild” primarily because they are on their own in the wild …

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54.1 km

Kneipp Pool Reken

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In the eight by four meter water treading pool you have the opportunity to cool your feet the Kneipp way. A special floor covering ensures improved blood circulation. The 10 …

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55.2 km

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31.4 km

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4.93 km

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130 m

119 m

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34.4 km

14.4 km

4.22 km

1.39 km

639 m

119 m

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Tourist-Info RekenApril 7, 2023

Wild horses in Germany? Yes, you read that right - in the Merfelder Bruch near Reken there is a wild horse reserve where you can watch the beautiful animals. This round tour takes you via Dülmen to the reserve, which is open on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. A visit is

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Corresponds approx.to SAC 1.

Intermediate

Up to 5 hours and 3,000 ft. of elevation gain. Requires good fitness.Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Corresponds approx. to SAC 2-3.

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Intermediate

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Corresponds approx.to SAC 1.

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Corresponds approx. to SAC 2-3.

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Low Ropes Course and Forest Adventure Trail

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Dülmen Wildlife Park

Dülmen Wild Horse Reserve

Kneipp Pool Reken

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