Urdenbacher Kämpe Nature Reserve
In this very special place, nature is still allowed to take its course. In the Urdenbacher Kämpe Nature Reserve, between the major conurbations of Cologne and Düsseldorf, the Rhine is still allowed to flood its floodplains and isn’t prevented from doing so by dikes – as is the case almost everywhere else. A real rarity! Old orchards, atmospheric water landscapes, rare wet meadows and enchanted floodplain woods are home to some special flora and fauna.
The Urdenbacher Kämpe Nature Reserve is best discovered on a guided hike, such as those offered by the Biological Station at Haus Bürgel. The Auenblicke hiking trail network has the right route for every taste (between 3 and 10 kilometers) that you can explore on your own. In addition, certified Auen-Erlebnis (Floodplain Experience) guides offer guided tours and events on various topics.
Overview of the Auenblicke hiking trails on Monheim city territory:
- Auenblicke Jungle Trail (3 km)
- Auenblicke Willow Trail (3 km)
- Auenblicke Inclusive Trail (10 km)
- Auenblicke Discovery Trail (10 km)
You can download the Auenblicke hiking map here (2MB, publisher: Biological Station at Haus Bürgel).
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Guided tours with the Auen-Erlebnis (Floodplain Experience) guides
The tours are organized by the Biological Station at Haus Bürgel. Their guides lead you through the Urdenbacher Kämpe Nature Reserve with a great deal of expertise and a whole lot of love for the special ecosystem found there.
The guided Floodplain Experience tours as well as other tours for nature lovers usually start at Haus Bürgel, Urdenbacher Weg, 40789 Monheim am Rhein.
For more information and instructions on how to register, go to the Auenblicke website and www.biostation-d-me.de.