The landscape to the east of Roermond is part of the cross-border nature reserve Grenspark Maas-Swalm-Nette. A for the Netherlands very rare terraced landscape with steep transitions between the terraces is intersected by several brooks that meander from the higher plains to the lower rivers the Roer and eventually the Maas. Around these brooks and in the stream valleys you will find a beautiful green area with extensive forest areas, rolling heathlands and small fens. Culture historically the varied landscape has also a lot to offer, regularly you come across beautiful monumental buildings such as castles, country houses and large farmhouses.