Walk Through the History of Plants and Stones in the Botanical Garden: Experience Bielefeld Anew

A Time Travel in Green: Plants, Stones, and Geological Eras in the Botanical Garden

The Walk Through the History of Plants and Stones in the Botanical Garden takes place on September 20, 2026, in Bielefeld on a special journey through Earth history, botany, and landscape culture. The tour begins at 3:00 PM at the Geological Clock at the Thatched Roof and connects the Botanical Garden with its rich plant collection, geological traces, and local history. The Botanical Garden is considered one of the oldest and most beautiful facilities in the city; over 3,000 plant species thrive here on a good four hectares, and entry is free. ([bielefeld.de](https://www.bielefeld.de/sites/default/files/datei/2026/Programm-Botanischer-Garten-2026.pdf?utm_source=openai))

A Garden That Makes History Visible

Those who experience this tour will not only encounter rare plants but also the stories behind the stones. The Botanical Garden was established in 1912 and is maintained by the city of Bielefeld; at its center is a Westphalian half-timbered house from 1823, which serves as a prominent meeting point. The facility is known for its winding paths, dense plantings, the alpine garden, rhododendrons, and camellias. ([bielefeld.de](https://www.bielefeld.de/botanischer-garten?utm_source=openai))

Knowledge from First Hand

The tour is led by Mark Keiter and Mathias Wennemann and is offered in cooperation with the Natural History Museum Bielefeld and the Natural Science Association Bielefeld. Mark Keiter is a graduate geologist and works in science communication in the field of geology; Mathias Wennemann is a graduate biologist and has been active in the Natural Science Association for many years. This expert combination makes the walk a well-informed city tour between the plant world and geological eras. ([bielefeld.de](https://www.bielefeld.de/sites/default/files/datei/2026/Programm-Botanischer-Garten-2026.pdf?utm_source=openai))

Meeting Point, Transportation, and Atmosphere

The Botanical Garden is centrally located near Kahlenberg at 33617 Bielefeld. Public transportation is recommended for arrival, as parking spaces are only available in limited numbers. The paths in the garden invite calm views, intense details, and a slow-paced discovery experience. ([bielefeld.de](https://www.bielefeld.de/botanischer-garten?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: This tour combines natural history, city history, and landscape beauty into a cultural enrichment with depth. Anyone wanting to experience Bielefeld from its greenest and most knowledgeable side should mark this date and book early. ([bielefeld.de](https://www.bielefeld.de/sites/default/files/datei/2026/Programm-Botanischer-Garten-2026.pdf?utm_source=openai))

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Sources:

• Event Program Botanical Garden 2026 - City of Bielefeld
• Botanical Garden - City of Bielefeld
• Botanical Garden - Bielefeld.JETZT
• Friends of the Botanical Garden Bielefeld e. V.
• Program Botanical Garden 2026 - PDF
• Mark Keiter - University of Münster
• Natural Science Association for Bielefeld and Surroundings e. V. - Imprint