Nature Reserve Guide
Haffensche Landwehr is a nature reserve located in Rees, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, characterized by its diverse landscape. The area features a network of excavation lakes, significant waterways like the Haffensche Landwehr ditch, and extensive wetlands known as the Sonsfeldsche Weiden. These varied natural environments provide a rich setting for outdoor pursuits, offering opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more. The terrain includes accessible paths along water bodies and through green spaces, making it suitable…
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Haffensche Landwehr is a nature reserve located in Rees, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Established in 2010, it covers approximately 160 hectares and features diverse landscapes including excavation lakes, wetlands, and waterways. The area is significant for nature conservation and offers various outdoor activities.
Haffensche Landwehr offers a range of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The reserve features more than 100 routes across these sports. These routes have been rated highly by komoot users, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Haffensche Landwehr offers easy hiking routes suitable for beginners. An example is the Rest Spot on Fallen Tree – Halderner Forest loop, which is about 3.2 miles (5.2 km) long. More options can be found in the Easy hikes in Haffensche Landwehr guide.
Popular hiking trails include the Viewpoint at Reeser Meer – Wild Goose Meadow loop, a moderate route of about 8.1 miles (13.1 km). Another highly-rated option is the Polder Lotharward – View from the Dyke loop, which is about 5.5 miles (8.9 km). For more options, consult the Hiking in Haffensche Landwehr guide.
Yes, Haffensche Landwehr offers numerous cycling routes for touring, road, mountain, and gravel biking. A popular touring cycling route is the View of Xanten Cathedral – View of the Rhine loop, an easy 17.0-mile (27.4 km) ride. The Cycling in Haffensche Landwehr guide provides further details.
The nature reserve is characterized by excavation lakes, such as Reeser Meer Nord and Süd, and the Haffensche Landwehr ditch. Extensive wetlands, known as Sonsfeldsche Weiden, provide important habitats. The area is also home to diverse birdlife, including arctic wild geese, ducks, and terns, and features a beaver habitat.
A popular jogging route is the Reeser Meer – Viewpoint at Reeser Meer loop, a challenging route of about 11.6 miles (18.7 km). Another option is the Seeblick loop, a moderate 4.9-mile (7.9 km) run. More jogging trails are available in the Running Trails in Haffensche Landwehr guide.
Yes, Haffensche Landwehr offers mountain biking opportunities. An example is the Broken Wayside Cross – Diersfordter Waldsee loop, a moderate 12.4-mile (20.0 km) route. The MTB Trails in Haffensche Landwehr guide lists additional options.
For tourist information regarding Haffensche Landwehr and the surrounding Rees area, contact the Rees Tourist Information. Their official website is stadt-rees.de, and they can be reached by phone at +49 2851 51-555.
Komoot offers several guides for Haffensche Landwehr, including Hiking in Haffensche Landwehr, Cycling in Haffensche Landwehr, and Gravel biking in Haffensche Landwehr. There are also guides for Running Trails and Attractions.
Haffensche Landwehr features unique natural formations, such as "The Longest Branch," which is noted for its impressive length. The diverse aquatic environments and wetlands also contribute to the area's distinct natural character.
Routes in Haffensche Landwehr have received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from komoot users. This rating is based on feedback from more than 600 individual ratings across over 100 routes.

