Author: Working Group for Biological Environmental Protection in the District of Soest e.V.
The former Apricke military training area in the Märkischer Kreis is now a refuge for rare animal species. Heck cattle, a breed modelled on the aurochs, and Dülmen horses, which resemble European wild horses, graze the land all year round. Their hardiness and frugality shape the landscape even during the winter months. From spring onwards, the area provides breeding grounds for specific bird species such as the meadow pipit, whinchat, tree pipit, yellowhammer and red-backed shrike. During the summer months, the distinctive calls of midwife toads can also be heard after dark.
Designed as a circular walk, this site offers insights into the ecological succession of a former military site and its current role as a valuable biotope.
Details
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 4.04 mi
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Average duration: 2h 05
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Difficulty: Easy
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Back to start: Yes
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Ascent: + 240 ft
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Descent: - 223 ft
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Highest point: 1,096 ft
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Lowest point: 912 ft
Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 925 ft
- S/E : mi 4.04 - alt. 925 ft
Notes
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