Aamsveen

Did you know that the Aamsveen was created after large areas of raised bog were excavated? In the unique Aamsveen nature reserve, you will find excavated raised bog, wet bog forests, heaths, peat pits and meadowland. A combination where many animals feel at home.

The name can probably be traced back to the Old Germanic root ama, which means as much as watercourse. The German name is Amtsvenn.

The Dutch part has been managed by the Landschap Overijssel since 1967 and is 175 hectares in size. Of this, 60 hectares is heathland with ponds and marshes, 40 hectares is grass and over 50 hectares is high storage. The manager aims to restore the formation of raised bog.

The German part is over 700 hectares and consists of three parts: the Alstätter Venn, the Eper Venn and the Graeser Venn. Three core areas have enjoyed nature reserve status since 1983: the Amtsvenn (133 ha), the Hündfelder Moor (184 ha) and the smaller Graeser Venn.

Tips

1. Find the old land border. Old border posts (see photo) will help you on your way!
2. View the Aamsveen from above. From the watchtower you have a great view.
3. Bring your binoculars. Marvel at the wealth of animals and plants.
4. Can you still see remnants of the June 2011 fire? Marvel at ferns and birches growing explosively from the ash.

Out and about

For more information and hiking trails visit the website of Landschap Overijssel.