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Winter-Weierbach - The Winterbach and Weierbach valleys south of Burbach-Oberdresselndorf
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/ Der WeierbachPhoto: Ursula Siebel -
/ Karte Winter-WeierbachPhoto: Natalia Jaworski, Arbeitsgemeinschaft Biologischer Umweltschutz im Kreis Soest e.V
In the damp and sometimes wet meadows of the valley, such rare flowering plants as the Globeflower and Great Burnet thrive. The Dusky Large Blue, a highly endangered butterfly species, is absolutely dependent on the Great Burnet. The rough pastures are ideal locations for orchids and the inconspicuous Moonwort, a small species of fern. The bushes in these locations provide perfect breeding places for Red-backed Shrikes and Whitethroats.
The different forest types of the area harbour large stands of Monkshood and early blooming flowers like the Hollowroot Birthwort and the Yellow Anemone. The breeding birds of the forests include Hazel Hen, Red Kite and various woodpecker species. Along the stream, you can with luck observe the Kingfisher fishing.
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Safety information
keine AngabeTips and hints
A leaflet describing the area can be downloaded from www.biologische-station-siegen-wittgenstein.de.Start
Destination
Turn-by-turn directions
The trail leads southward from the hiking car park. To the right of the trail there are mostly wet and damp meadows, some of which are in agricultural use while others are fallow. To the left of the trail is an old communal pasture, called the "Bitze". If you follow the route further, you will see an Alder coppice or "Hauberg" above the trail.
Where the trail crosses the Winterbach stream, you have a beautiful view from the bridge into the stream bed, which is strewn with basalt blocks covered with a thick layer of moss. Halfway up the slope you can either turn left into a cul-de-sac towards the "Dreiländereck" or follow the trail further uphill to hike onward along the basalt escarpment. A former basalt quarry provides a good opportunity for a break. From there you have a wonderful view towards Oberdresselndorf.
Note
Public transport
keine AngabeGetting there
In Oberdresselndorf turn off the Liebenscheider Straße into Westerwaldstraße and follow it to the Wanderparkplatz (hiking car park) "Buchenborn/Hickengrund".Address for satnavs: Westerwaldstraße 182A, 57299 Oberdresselndorf (Burbach)
GPS (UTM): 32 U 438492, 5616861
Google coordinates: 50.702626, 8.130392
Parking
At the Wanderparkplatz "Buchenborn/Hickengrund " near the village of Oberdresselndorf.Coordinates
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Equipment
Sturdy footwear is recommended.Basic Equipment for Hiking
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Hiking socks
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking poles
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Kit para bolhas
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
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