LandStreifer Raesfeld 'In the footsteps of Count Alexander II'

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LandStreifer Raesfeld 'In the footsteps of Count Alexander II'

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LandStreifer Raesfeld 'In the footsteps of Count Alexander II'

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With Raesfeld Castle you can explore a moated castle that is outstanding even in Münsterland. But the LandStreifer Raesfeld takes you on the trail of Count Alexander II and not just to the magnificent walls with its artfully designed Renaissance-era zoo. On the circular tour you also stroll through lush…

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Last updated: March 18, 2026

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Naturpark Hohe Mark - Westmünsterland

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Nature Park Visitor Centre Tiergarten, Raesfeld Castle

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In the Hohe Mark Nature Park, Münsterland, the Rhineland, and the Ruhr region border each other, offering a diverse natural experience. Covering an area of almost 2,000 square kilometers, you'll …

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Raesfeld Castle

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Raesfeld Castle is a moated castle dating back to the 14th century. Here you can also take a break and refuel.

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Wildlife Observation Shelter in Naturpark Hohe Mark - Westmünsterland

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This is a great place to relax and watch the animals. 👀

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5.14 km

746 m

372 m

207 m

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2.87 km

1.28 km

1.24 km

840 m

238 m

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March 2, 2025,„Auf den Spuren Graf Alexanders II“ - LandStreifer Hohe Mark

Today we went to Raesfeld to follow the Landstreifer "In the footsteps of Count Alexander II" on not entirely unknown paths. Beautiful, varied tour in beautiful weather...

We deviated slightly from the original route twice: once to visit the Wellbrockquelle, and the second time we walked "around the back" of the castle.

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September 17, 2023,Raesfeld: LANDSTREIFER - "AUF DEN SPUREN GRAF ALEXANDERS II"

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"Enjoy the magic of nature, learn exciting stories about the historic Raesfeld moated castle and its Renaissance zoo:

Hike through the forest, moats and alleys, enjoy culinary delights. Stroll through the castle freedom with beautiful small buildings and a chapel that was built a long time ago near the castle.
Take a look into the old castle chapel (only …

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October 21, 2023,LandStreifer - Auf den Spuren Graf Alexanders II

"In the footsteps of Count Alexander II" is the title of today's second tour, which starts at the beautiful Raesfeld Castle. Due to its length of around 6 km, it is ideal for an afternoon walk. In addition to the castle, the lakes, meadows and forests offer wonderful variety. An absolute recommendation, especially with the highlight Raesfeld Castle.
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October 3, 2025,251003_Hohe-Mark-Steig: LandStreifer "Auf den Spuren Graf Alexanders II"

Since more than 20 liters of rainfall is expected tomorrow, I spontaneously added another LandStreifer (Landwalker). The length can be roughly doubled using a local hiking trail, but it was enough for today. The star attraction is, of course, the imposing Raesfeld moated castle. The nature conservation center and the zoo also round out the tour harmoniously.

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March 8, 2025,LandStreifer Raesfeld "In de voetsporen van graaf Alexander II", 8-3-2025

After a week of almost compulsively working on overdue garden maintenance, I decided to take a day off. I regularly see Schloss Raesfeld pass by on Komooters. This week, @Strandgut wrote that the castle is covered in scaffolding. That was a shame because I couldn't get it off. Inspired by this, I looked up the first walking tour I saw. …

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March 16, 2025,LS Raesfeld „Auf den Spuren Graf Alexanders II.“

Stroll through one of the oldest surviving Renaissance zoos in Germany, where idyllic landscape architecture, forest air, and the sounds of the forest await you.
The route leads through the landscape of the Münsterland region into that of the Lower Rhine, over the Issel River, through forests and fields, and back to the historic zoo with its unique charm.
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June 2, 2022,Mittagspause in Raesfeld

A super nice lunch break :-) Raesfeld Castle is beautiful to look at, but the associated forest is even more beautiful. Just lovely!

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February 26, 2025,Raesfeld: LandStreifer Hohe Mark "Auf den Spuren Graf Alexanders II"

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A nice tour for beginners for anyone who wants to get to know more about the Landstreifer and the Hohe Mark Steig, as it offers a little of everything in a very small space - hills, forest, streams, lakes, meadows - and - when it comes to castles - a lot: namely a real treat.

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June 22, 2023

With Raesfeld Castle you can explore a moated castle that is outstanding even in Münsterland. But the LandStreifer Raesfeld takes you on the trail of Count Alexander II and not just to the magnificent walls with its artfully designed Renaissance-era zoo. On the circular tour you also stroll through lush

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