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Hiking trails in Nsg Hülser Bruch traverse a unique old cultural landscape, characterized by varied vegetation and diverse natural features. The region, Krefeld's largest nature reserve, features low forests, coppice forests, hedges, and extensive green areas. Hülser Berg, a moraine remnant and Krefeld's highest natural elevation, supports concentrated beech forests. The area also includes wetland mosaics, meadows, pastures, and species-rich small bodies of water.
Last updated: July 5, 2026
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. 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 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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Railway tracks from the Schluffbahn
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Eremitenquelle and Geopark information board
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The slightly hilly landscape on Wolfsberg shows a picturesque picture of fields and forests on the Lower Rhine, which, like almost everywhere in the region, is slightly affected by wind turbines, high-voltage lines, etc. Nevertheless, it is nice to hike and slow down here.
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The GeoPfad is a joint project of the GeoParks Ruhrgebiet e.V. and the city of Krefeld supported by the Hüls local history association. It was supported with funds from the Rhineland Regional Association (LVR). https://www.krefeld.de/de/content/neuer-geopfad-im-huelser-bruch-mit-radroute-und-wanderweg-eroeffnet/ https://www.geopark.ruhr/standorte/geopfade/geopfad-huelser-berg/
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Probably an old air raid shelter on the Wolfsberg behind the Lamershof.
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Information board about ditches and ditch systems at the Siebenhäuser ditch.
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Nsg Hülser Bruch offers a wide network of trails, with over 40 routes available for hiking. These include a variety of easy and moderate paths suitable for different preferences.
The trails in Nsg Hülser Bruch are generally considered easy to moderate. Out of the over 40 available routes, 36 are rated as easy, and 6 are moderate, making the area accessible for most hikers.
Yes, Nsg Hülser Bruch is well-suited for family outings. Many of the easy trails are perfect for families, and attractions like the Fallow Deer Enclosure at Hülser Bruch and the Hülser Berg Red Deer Enclosure provide engaging points of interest for children. Consider the easy route Hülser Berg Red Deer Enclosure – Hubertushof loop from Hülser Bruch, which passes by wildlife enclosures.
Nsg Hülser Bruch features a unique old cultural landscape with diverse vegetation. You'll encounter low forests, coppice forests, hedges, pollarded willows, dikes, and extensive green areas. The prominent Hülser Berg Forest, a moraine remnant, is covered in concentrated beech forests, while wetter areas feature riparian forests and grasslands. The area also includes species-rich small bodies of water and historical drainage ditches.
Yes, the Johannesturm Observation Tower is a notable landmark in Nsg Hülser Bruch, offering impressive panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. An easy route that includes this tower is the Hülser Berg Red Deer Enclosure – Johannesturm Observation Tower loop from Hülser Bruch.
Beyond the Johannesturm Observation Tower and the wildlife enclosures, you can explore the Eremitenquelle along the GeoPfad Hülser Berg. The Hubertushof is also a frequently mentioned point of interest on many routes.
Many of the trails in Nsg Hülser Bruch are designed as circular routes, allowing you to start and end at the same point. Examples include the easy Hülser Berg Red Deer Enclosure – Hubertushof loop from Hülser Bruch and the moderate View of fields near Wolfsberg – Siebenhäuser Abzugsgraben loop from Lower Rhine region.
The area is highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.6 stars from over 190 reviews. Hikers often praise the varied forests, wetland mosaics, and open green areas, as well as the prominent Hülser Berg, which offers diverse terrain for all ability levels.
Yes, the Niepkuhlen Nature Reserve within Nsg Hülser Bruch is specifically highlighted as a beautiful place to hike, especially in winter. The diverse landscape offers unique scenery even during colder months.
Nsg Hülser Bruch is a vital habitat for numerous animal and plant species. Hikers might spot amphibians, sedges, orioles, black woodpeckers, little owls, and tree falcons. The Fallow Deer Enclosure at Hülser Bruch and the Hülser Berg Red Deer Enclosure also provide opportunities to observe deer.
While Nsg Hülser Bruch primarily offers easy to moderate trails, some routes provide a longer experience. For example, the Egelsberg Windmill – Hülser Berg Forest loop from Lower Rhine region is a moderate 15.9 km (9.9 miles) trail, typically taking over 4 hours to complete, offering a more extended exploration of the area.


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