Bergherbos

The Bergherbos is a hilly forest that appears on the horizon from a distance because it is located on a moraine between Doetinchem, Didam and 's-Heerenberg. Small church villages, arable fields and meadows surround the landscaped forest. It is a varied area, because the slopes of the moraines were originally covered by forests and heathland. Bergherbos is home to more than 70 different bird species, including efficient hunters such as the buzzard and the hawk. Deer and badgers also like to browse among the trees and special plants. The observant connoisseur will recognize the swamp and forest violet, the wood anemone, bracken and marsh marigold in this area. After 12 kilometers of the route you will come across the remains of the s-Heerenberg mill. The mill was built in 1829 and is absolutely no longer suitable for grinding. You can see the reason at a glance: only the hull remains. A little further away is Huis Bergh, which quickly catches the eye. The medieval castle, built in the thirteenth century, is surrounded by a moat and is semi-enclosed by a rampart. The original design of the defensive castle has been affected by expansions, embellishments, fires and wars. What remains is an impressive view of a beautiful castle.