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Emsdetten

Emsaue Nature Reserve near Emsdetten-Sinningen

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Münster District

Kreis Steinfurt

Emsdetten

Emsaue Nature Reserve near Emsdetten-Sinningen

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Emsaue Nature Reserve near Emsdetten-Sinningen

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Location: Emsdetten, Kreis Steinfurt, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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Susa Mehr

September 19, 2024

Hiking

If you go for a walk around the Hermeler Lake, it is also worth walking along the Ems and taking a look at the Emsaue nature reserve. You might even see a few kayakers.

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Akku hält, wir auch 🔋😎👋

July 31, 2026

Cycling

🌿🌊 The Emsaue nature reserve near Emsdetten-Sinningen is a breathtaking natural paradise and a spectacular river highlight on your bike tour along the Ems. In this extensive protected area, the river is allowed to meander again in natural loops through the floodplain landscape, surrounded by lush wet meadows, old water bodies, and imposing pollard willows.

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Akku hält, wir auch 🔋😎👋

July 31, 2026

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The extensive meadows and wetlands offer an invaluable habitat for rare water birds, storks, dragonflies, and amphibians. As you cycle along the paths by the water, you'll discover a wonderfully wild, unspoiled river landscape. 🦆🦅

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Elevation 80 m

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Friday 14 August

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Location: Emsdetten, Kreis Steinfurt, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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