The Düwelsteene megalithic tomb is one of the southernmost sites in the distribution of this type of tomb in Westphalia, which is otherwise found in greater numbers in the northern parts of the state. The Düwelsteene are one of the oldest prehistoric and early historical relics in the region that are still visible today.
The Düwelsteene are located in the farming community Nordick and are about 3.5 kilometers away from the municipality of Heiden in an eastbound direction. The megalithic tomb can be reached by car, but also by public transport.
Public transport:
Via Borken (Bahnhof, Borken (West)) or via Heiden (Alter Kirchplatz, Heiden) with bus number R74 to the bus stop Höingshof, Heiden. From there it is an approximately 17 minute walk in northern direction via Salteweg and Düwelsteenweg to the megalithic grave.
By car:
Via the B67 to Heiden, from there follow the Rekener Straße, about 400 m after the roundabout there is a parking lot on the left side with a signpost to the Düwelsteene. From there on, a hiking trail leads to the megalithic stones.
Municipality of Heiden:
For more information about the surroundings of the Düwelsteene and other leisure activities and sights, visit the Website of the municipality of Heiden.