Excursions to Groeve 't Rooth quarry

Het Limburgs Landschap, Henk Heijligers

Quarry 't Rooth is a unique spot; nature development and marl extraction go hand in hand here.

Following the marl extraction, the quarry is being redeveloped, leading to a unique natural landscape that has now been designated as a protected natural monument.

Unique nature

The redeveloped part of the Groeve 't Rooth quarry has grown into a unique area after the marl excavations, where rare plants and animal species have developed particularly well. The yellow-bellied toad is the most well-known example. Flora and fauna are given all the space that they need to develop naturally.

A herd of Dutch land goats and some Konik horses ensure natural grazing of 't Rooth.

Excursions

On Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 14, ‘Het Limburgs Landschap’ (The Limburg Landscape, a nature conservation organisation) is organising excursions in Groeve 't Rooth near Bemelen, starting at 10:00 AM. The quarry is only accessible during public excursions organised by ‘Het Limburgs Landschap’. The excursions last about 2 hours. More information about participation and ticket reservations can be found at: limburgs-landschap.nl/kalender.

Don’t forget to wear sturdy walking shoes!

As an extra service, in cooperation with Buddy System Sittard-Geleen, local news is being translated for the many expats living in Sittard-Geleen and surroundings.

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