Fietsroute rond Lutterzand

The Lutterzand was formed in the late Middle Ages. Due to overgrazing and the cutting of heath turfs, bare spots appeared in the vegetation. The wind had free rein, causing sand drifts. To counter this, Scots pines were planted. The oldest and lowest sand layers on the banks of the Dinkel are up to twenty centuries old. Previous heath fires can be identified in the dark layers. The Meuleman estate, covering 340 hectares, constitutes the largest part of the nature reserve. The estate, owned by the Twente textile family Scholten, is largely open to the public. Balance on the Dutch-German border with even a small excursion into Germany. In this hilly area, you are guaranteed breathtaking views over the landscape.