Engsbergen: Houterenberg-Pinnekenswijer

Description

A splendid walk through the Houterenberg-Pinnekenswijer nature reserve.

The Houterenberg, one of many sand hills, was planted with extensive pine forests about a century ago for mining purposes. Prior to this period, the native oak forests had already been replaced by barren heathlands. In this area, both the historic oak-birch forest and the heath have been preserved to a limited extent.

The Pinnekenswijer, an old pond, is characterized by the round-leaved sundew along the shores and the Northern white-faced dragonflies hiding among the reeds.

More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/u33v5WyH8nAwVRjn6
Happy hiking,
Eddy, Rita, and Prinske

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