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Esterfelder Forst – Moorland Trails

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Esterfelder Forst – Moorland Trails

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4.6

(71)

208

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Esterfelder Forst – Moorland Trails

01:47

7.00km

20m

Hiking

On this relatively short hike, you'll explore an idyllic forest landscape on soft woodland that gently yields to your steps. The Esterfeld Forest is located north of Meppen. Along the canal, you can unwind and find a shady spot under one of the trees. Your picnic will taste especially delicious…

by Naturpark Moor - Veenland

Last updated: November 12, 2025

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1.38 km

Trail along the Dortmund–Ems Canal

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This is a very good way to go. However, the cyclists still accompany you a bit. Then they part ways.

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1.45 km

Forest paths in the Esterfeld forest

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The Esterfeld Forest stretches northwest of Meppen and is one of the largest wooded areas in the Emsland region. Covering approximately 1,200 hectares, it features a diverse landscape of pines, …

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2.31 km

Picnic Area by the Emsarm

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This uncovered seating area directly on the hiking trail offers a good opportunity to take a short break.

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4.26 km

Hiking and Nordic Walking Trail in Esterfelder Forst

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The Esterfelder Forst forest area is highly recommended for Nordic walkers, hikers, runners, and strollers. There are plenty of well-marked trails.

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6.28 km

Street of Songs

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The street of the songs is right next to the open-air theater. Childhood memories are instantly awakened. If you haven't been in a good mood, you'll get some here at the latest.

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7.00 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.53 km

463 m

Surfaces

2.83 km

2.07 km

1.34 km

463 m

197 m

< 100 m

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Weather

Wednesday 8 July

23°C

15°C

21 %

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Comments

March 29, 2025,Esterfelder Forst - Wandelen in het natuurpark Moor-Veenland🚶‍♀️

No regrets about my choice to walk this route. It is beautiful.
I even walk part of it on the Hondsrugpad, here it is called the Hŭnenweg. This is the stage that I have not yet walked because it is difficult for me to reach by public transport.
I hope to walk this stage again one day.
It was another …

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August 4, 2024,Durch den Esterfelder Forst

I've been to Meppen so many times, but I've never walked through the Esterfelder Forest. I made up for it today. And what can I say? It was really beautiful. It doesn't matter if you deviate from the planned route. You always end up on the right track. 😅
And it's really nice that the path also goes a little …

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May 29, 2022,Meppen Esterfelder Forst

What a coincidence: just like Simon1412 I was out and about in the Esterfelder Forst🌲🌳 this morning. Beautiful, natural paths run through the area. However, Komoot is not quite up to date with the hiking trails here. But you can still not get lost due to the good signage 😁

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November 6, 2025

On this relatively short hike, you'll explore an idyllic forest landscape on soft woodland that gently yields to your steps. The Esterfeld Forest is located north of Meppen. Along the canal, you can unwind and find a shady spot under one of the trees. Your picnic will taste especially delicious in this

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April 1, 2026

I think it's great that they give us so many good recommendations... have fun and don't stop!!!!👍
Best regards,
Klara

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