The tower stands on the Hulzenberg, which is the highest natural hill in the Gelderland province at 82 meters above sea level.
Its design uses Accoya wood, which is acetylated timber known for high durability and environmental sustainability.
The tower's foundation is built on an old landfill site that was remediated and integrated into the park landscape.
On a clear day, the visibility extends as far as the Ruhr area in Germany and the Veluwe region in the Netherlands.
The Bergherbos forest contains several 'coulissen' landscapes, which are traditional agricultural areas featuring small fields enclosed by hedgerows.
The Hulzenberg Watchtower is a 21-meter high observation tower situated at the highest point of the Bergherbos nature reserve in the Montferland region. Constructed in 2017 using durable Accoya wood, the structure features a steel spiral staircase leading to an open-air viewing platform. It offers panoramic views extending across the Dutch-German border, including the Rhine valley and the town of Emmerich am Rhein. The tower serves as a focal point for hiking and mountain biking trails that traverse the hilly glacial landscape of the area. It is managed by Natuurmonumenten, a Dutch conservation organization focused on preserving local biodiversity. The surrounding Bergherbos area consists of mixed forest and historic heathlands shaped by Saalian glaciation. The site is free to access and remains open year-round for visitors exploring the regional trail networks.
The top observation deck facing east toward the Rhine River during the 'golden hour'.
Bring binoculars to identify distant landmarks like the Emmerich Rhine Bridge.
The area is popular for mountain biking; ensure you stay on designated paths to avoid conflict with cyclists.
Combine the tower visit with a forest walk, as there are no facilities or amenities directly at the base of the tower.
Attempting to drive directly to the tower, as it is only accessible via forest walking and cycling paths.
Stay on marked trails to protect local flora; keep dogs on a leash in designated areas.
