Guided hike as part of the Bergische Wanderwochen (Bergisch Hiking Weeks)

Many moorland habitats in the Lohmar Forest have been drained. To stop the drainage, we are building barriers in the drainage ditches. Together, we will construct sheet pile walls, cover them with soil, and plant vegetation. During the event, you will learn interesting facts about the moors of the Bergische Heideterrasse (Bergisch Heath Terrace) and understand why they can protect us from climate change.

Tour type: Participatory activity
Target group: Adults, minimum 15 years old
Route length: -
Duration: 5 hours
Meeting point: Lohmar Forest. The exact location is within the forest and will be announced before the event. The starting point is a 9-minute bus ride and a 15-minute walk from Siegburg train station. Parking is available at the edge of the forest.
Course management: BUND NRW eV, Project Team ‘Moors of the Heath Terrace’ (Alina Schulz, Martin Grund, Nina Kliemek)
Price: Free
Registration is required: yes, possible up to three days in advance. However, places fill up quickly.
Number of participants: max. 15
Food: Packed lunch
Equipment: Rubber boots, clothes that can get dirty, your own gloves, and possibly hearing protection due to loud hammering. Further information will be provided after registration.
Additional information: We can provide some level of accessibility; simply contact us so we can prepare accordingly or assess whether participation is possible. Further information about the project can be found at: https://www.bund-nrw.de/moore-renaturieren