When does the excursion start?

The meeting point is on 16.05.2026 at 2:00 PM in Bonn-Röttgen at Viliper Allee 4/5.

How long does the tour last?

Based on the comparable excursion format, the duration is about two hours.

Who is the event suitable for?

The excursion is aimed at nature-interested guests and families who want to discover soil life and the local nature.

What should one bring to the excursion?

Weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, and possibly rubber boots in case of wet ground are recommended.

Is the event taking place outdoors?

Yes, it is an excursion outdoors with natural observations in the vicinity of Bonn-Röttgen.

Experience Bonn's Soil World: A Quiet Excursion Full of Small Wonders of Nature

Name: Excursion: Soil Life: From Soil Springtails and Springtails
Start: 2026-05-16T16:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-16T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Viliper Allee 4/5

With the excursion into soil life: Discover Bonn's hidden nature beneath your feet

This natural history excursion takes place on May 16, 2026, in Bonn-Röttgen, exploring the fascinating world of soil. Between leaves, roots, and damp forest ground, a discovery experience unfolds that makes the invisible cycles of the natural environment tangible.

A glimpse into the lively depths

Soil springtails and springtails are small heroes of the ecosystem. They decompose organic material, aerate the soil, and thus maintain a delicate balance that is essential for forests, plants, and biodiversity. Those who look closely will experience local history on a natural scale: the soil as a habitat, archive, and powerhouse at the same time.

Röttgen as a characterful natural space

The meeting point on Viliper Allee is located on the edge of a green area of Bonn, where forests, paths, and nature-oriented spaces provide the ideal setting for a unique city tour. The environment surrounding the House of Nature stands for environmental education, biodiversity, and direct access to Bonn's urban nature.

What visitors can expect on the tour

The excursion combines observation, knowledge, and sensory perception. Nature lovers will receive a professionally grounded introduction to soil life, complemented by illustrative explanations of soil-dwelling animals, material cycles, and ecological connections. For families and nature-interested guests, this creates a cultural enrichment with real added value.

Practical tips for the discovery tour

The event starts at 2:00 PM. From the comparable Bonn excursion format, a duration of about two hours is derived. For a pleasant stay outdoors, weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, and possibly rubber boots, depending on soil moisture, are recommended. The open natural setting makes the tour particularly authentic and close to the living world of small soil inhabitants.

Conclusion: This excursion makes the invisible visible and leads right into the vibrant fabric of the forest. Those who want to experience Bonn from a new, nature-focused perspective should secure this date and book the tour in time.