Hosingen between Nature and History

Nature and Tree Species

The arboretum in Parc Hosingen covers 5 ha and showcases 45 tree and shrub species. Detailed descriptions accompany the collection, drawing attention to individual woody plants as well as the collection as a whole. The forest adventure trail “Mam Robi duerch de Bësch” offers a different focus on nature: its nine stations include a hunting stand, opportunities for climbing and balancing, and wildlife observation. The arboretum introduces the species through descriptions; the forest trail combines varied stations with opportunities for observation and movement.

Hiking Trails and Trail Markings

Hiking trail PH 4 starts at the church in Hosingen. It is 9.8 km long, with a stated duration of 185 minutes. This gives you both a starting point and information on distance and time to plan your outing. Trail details may change if the route is revised, so check the information before setting out on your hike.

Hiking trail PH 3 is marked in both directions with white-and-blue “PH 3” trail markers. The two routes differ in the planning details listed here: for PH 4, a starting point, distance and stated duration are provided; for PH 3, the markings in both directions are specified.

Sport and Relaxation

The “AquaNat’Our” leisure and swimming pool offers facilities for sport, recreation and relaxation across more than 3,500 m². Its amenities include a sauna area and a fitness and health centre. The stated focus here is therefore on sport and relaxation, while the hiking trails focus on distance, duration or markings.

History at Memorial Parc

Memorial Parc Hosingen is dedicated to local history during the Second World War and the Battle of the Bulge. The approximately 30-metre-high water tower in Memorial Parc continues to serve as a water reservoir and houses an exhibition on Hosingen’s wartime history and the tower’s role during the Battle of the Bulge. The same structure thus combines an ongoing reservoir function with the presentation of local history. The exhibition links the broader historical context with the water tower’s particular role.

Regional Nature and Cultural Themes

The permanent exhibition at the Maison du Parc naturel de l’Our covers 150 m². It presents the area’s main natural, economic, historical and cultural features, as well as its tourist attractions. Its thematic overview therefore extends beyond a single historical topic and encompasses several aspects of the area.

In the wetlands of the uplands and the remote areas of the river valleys, Our Nature Park preserves valuable habitats for numerous endangered plant and bird species. The focus here is on the landscape as a whole: habitats and biodiversity complement the specific topics covered by individual tree collections, stations and hiking trails.

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