When does the Open Wilderness Meetup Hiltrop take place?

The date is July 16, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

Is the admission free?

Yes, the offer is free of charge.

Do you need to register?

No, registration is not required.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is the wilderness for children Hiltrop at Hiltroper Landwehr between house numbers 19 and 21 in Bochum.

Who is the offer intended for?

The offer is primarily aimed at children and families seeking nature experiences, free play, and movement in nature.

What should you bring?

Weatherproof clothing, sunscreen, and something to eat and drink are recommended.

A quiet summer afternoon full of nature adventures awaits in Bochum-Hiltrop

Name: Open Wilderness Meetup Hiltrop
Start: 2026-07-16T17:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-16T19:30:00+02:00
Location: Wildnis für Kinder Hiltrop

Out into the Green: The open Wilderness Meetup Hiltrop invites you to explore

On Thursday, July 16, 2026, the wilderness for children in Hiltrop will once again transform into a lively nature experience space for families and children. Between 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM, free play in nature will be the focus: explore, build, observe, try out, and simply be outdoors. The open Wilderness Meetup is free of charge and accessible without registration. ([biostation-ruhr-ost.de](https://biostation-ruhr-ost.de/details/offener-wildnistreff-hiltrop-1105.html?utm_source=openai))

An afternoon full of nature, movement, and imagination

The atmosphere on the site is intentionally nature-based and informal. Instead of a stage program or fixed play equipment, bushes, paths, open spaces, and plenty of room for one's own ideas shape the event experience. This is exactly what creates the unique audience atmosphere: children become active, parents get insights into an educationally accompanied nature project that has been established in Bochum for years. ([biostation-ruhr-ost.de](https://biostation-ruhr-ost.de/details/offener-wildnistreff-hiltrop-1105.html?utm_source=openai))

What makes the Wilderness Meetup in Hiltrop special

The Wilderness for Children project follows a clear approach: contact with nature through all senses, self-determination, and free exploration. The Biological Station Eastern Ruhrgebiet describes the space as a place where children are allowed to play, splash, build, and explore. For Hiltrop, a fallow area between Gerther Heide and Maria-Hilf Hospital has been developed; the meeting point is at Hiltroper Landwehr between house numbers 19 and 21. ([wildnis-fuer-kinder.de](https://wildnis-fuer-kinder.de/files/biostation/redaktion/bilder/Projekte/Wildnis%20fuer%20Kinder/WfK%20Hiltrop/Wildnis%20f%C3%BCr%20Kinder%20Hiltrop%20online.pdf))

Organization with experience and educational profile

The organizer is the Biological Station Eastern Ruhrgebiet, an active nature conservation facility for Bochum and Herne since 1991. It works on environmental education, nature conservation, and projects in urban spaces. At the open Wilderness Meetup, a biologist or experiential educator accompanies the children on site and provides impulses for play ideas and nature observation. ([bne.nrw](https://www.bne.nrw/nrw/gemeinsam/akteurinnen-akteure/details/biologische-station-oestliches-ruhrgebiet/?utm_source=openai))

For families seeking real outdoor time

The open Wilderness Meetup is ideally suited for children who enjoy playing freely and moving around, and for families who seek nature experiences rather than a variety of programs. Weatherproof clothing, sunscreen, as well as something to eat and drink are part of the sensible preparation. Parents are welcome; at open Wilderness Meetups, the duty of supervision remains with them. ([bochum.de](https://www.bochum.de/Jugendamt%2FDienstleistungen-und-Infos%2FFerienpass%2FProgramm%2FAngebote-nach-Rubrik%2FNatur-_und_-Umwelt%2FBiologische-Station-Oestliches-Ruhrgebiet---Wildnis-fuer-Kinder-in-Bochum-Hiltrop))

Conclusion: The Open Wilderness Meetup Hiltrop offers a relaxed, free summer afternoon with plenty of room for imagination, movement, and nature experiences. Anyone who wants to experience Bochum from its green side should not miss this event live. ([biostation-ruhr-ost.de](https://biostation-ruhr-ost.de/details/offener-wildnistreff-hiltrop-1105.html?utm_source=openai))