Monday hike to the early bloomers

As the eagerly awaited arrival of spring in our region approaches, they are the first harbingers of the warmer and brighter season: the early bloomers on the limestone slopes of the Teutoburg Forest. Each year, the Freeden near Bad Iburg is a popular destination, showcasing the typical spring vegetation of anemones, wood sorrel, and wild garlic, as well as primroses and forest violets! Particularly popular is the purple-and-white larkspur, which in some years has spread into true carpets of flowers. The early bloomers take advantage of the first warmth of the year, completing the main part of their growth cycle before the trees have fully leafed out. Leaves and flowers have long faded by early May when the beech trees spread their foliage, allowing only a little light to reach the ground. Hiking guide: Mr. Klostermann Duration: approx. 2 hours Organizer: Bad Iburg Tourism GmbH Meeting point: Hiking parking lot Zum Freeden