Lockhorsterbos

The name Lockhorsterbos derives from the Lockhorst patrician family, which owned the area for many years. On the opposite side of the Heiligenbergerbeek is still the Lockhorst country estate.

The small park-like area possesses a wide variety of tree species and has a well-developed forest structure. The area is bordered on the east side by Heiligenbergerbeek, which has almost the width of a small river in the area.

Many bird species
In the Lockhorsterbos, deciduous and coniferous trees occur interchangeably. The mutual age varies greatly: from very young trees to stately oaks and beeches estimated to be 200 years old. Other species growing in the Lockhorsterbos are birch, hornbeam, chestnut, alder, Scots pine, Norway spruce and douglas.

Due to the great variety in species and age of the trees, the forest is a haven for all kinds of bird species. For example, almost all native tit and woodpecker species can be found there, as well as the goldfinch, robin, garden warbler, collared redstart and even the kingfisher. Other animals found in the Lockhorsterbos include squirrel, hare, grass snake, hazelworm, weasel and hedgehog.

Dogs are allowed on a leash and a short walk has been set out.