Ootmarsum, Oldenzaal, Rossum

Your adventure starts in the picturesque town of Ootmarsum, known for its charming streets and rich history. From here, you set out to discover the beautiful Twente countryside. Meander along the river Dinkel and admire the Tilligte Slide House and the water mill at the Singraven estate along the way.

Brave the Hakenberg for beautiful views over the mystical landscape. You will also find a viewpoint at Paasberg, overlooking forests, pools and fields of wildflowers and corn. This hill is steeped in history and myths. Legend has it that pagan rituals were once performed here for the annual spring festivals.

The absolute highlight is the special nature reserve ebony Egheria, located between Oldenzaal and De Lutte. This estate was formerly owned by the textile baron Ten Cate. He named the estate after his four sons: Egbert, Hendrink, Richard and Arnold.

The tall Tankenberg of no less than 85 metres high is its heart. From the family's former teahouse at the top of it, you have a magnificent view over this beautiful, but mostly quiet nature reserve. All you hear here is the rustling wind through the trees, the birds singing and the babbling of brooks.

Via the outskirts of Oldenzaal, you follow the junctions through the leafy hedgerow landscape back to Ootmarsum.