Nature Reserve Guide
N.S.G. Auf'm Ebbe / Ebbemoore is a nature reserve located in the Märkischer Kreis in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This area is characterized by its diverse landscape, including extensive woodlands, wet heaths, and unique bog landscapes known as "Ebbemoore." These moorlands are among the most valuable in the region, featuring peat moss-rich montane spring bogs and a distinct flora and fauna. The varied terrain provides an ideal setting for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
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186
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4.63km
01:18
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.8km
02:51
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:51
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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24.0km
02:15
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.3km
01:48
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31.6km
01:35
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32.9km
01:36
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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24.7km
01:22
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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21.9km
01:21
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.63km
00:44
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.4km
01:55
510m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44.2km
02:50
640m
640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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N.S.G. Auf'm Ebbe / Ebbemoore offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The reserve features more than 100 routes, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 6,000 visitors. Specific guides are available for Hiking and MTB Trails.
A popular hiking trail is the View of the Oestertalsperre loop from Kammoor, a moderate route spanning approximately 6.7 miles (10.8 km). Another well-regarded option is the Kammmoor Nature Reserve – Hubertusweg loop from Kammoor, which is about 5.7 miles (9.2 km) long.
Yes, N.S.G. Auf'm Ebbe / Ebbemoore has easy hiking routes. The Ebbemoore Boardwalk loop from Kammoor is an easy 2.3-mile (3.6 km) trail. More options can be found in the Easy hikes around N.S.G. Auf'm Ebbe / Ebbemoore guide.
For mountain biking, the View of the Oestertal Valley loop from Willertshagener Wiesen is a popular moderate route, approximately 17.1 miles (27.6 km) long. Another highly-rated option is the View of the Lister dam loop from Valbert, a moderate 24.4-mile (39.3 km) trail. Further routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around N.S.G. Auf'm Ebbe / Ebbemoore guide.
The reserve is known for its unique bog landscapes, the 'Ebbemoore,' which are valuable for their distinct flora and fauna. Visitors can experience these sensitive areas via a 70-meter-long wooden boardwalk, the 'Knüppeldamm,' located in the 'Wilde Wiese' moor. The area also features extensive beech forests and wet heaths.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area. These include guides for Hiking, MTB Trails, Cycling, and Running Trails. There are also guides for Attractions and Natural Monuments.
Joggers can explore routes like the Rüenhardt Shelter – Spinne Rest Area loop from Kammoor, a challenging 9.9-mile (15.9 km) trail. A moderate option is the Source of the Verse loop from Kammoor, covering approximately 6.9 miles (11.2 km).
Yes, touring cyclists can find routes such as the challenging Bench with a view of Biggesee loop from Schmale Becke, which is about 64.6 miles (103.9 km) long. A moderate alternative is the Nordhelle Summit and Viewpoint loop from Valbert, approximately 12.6 miles (20.3 km) in length.
The N.S.G. Auf'm Ebbe / Ebbemoore is a popular destination, with more than 6,000 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. The area's routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, indicating high satisfaction among users.
The nature reserve is administered by the Märkischer Kreis. Information can be found on the Märkischer Kreis website for nature and landscape protection. For general inquiries, the Märkischer Kreis Nature Conservation Department can be reached at +49 2351 966-60. For specific questions about the Knüppeldamm boardwalk, contact +49 2354 77132.
Yes, the reserve offers challenging routes for various sports. For example, the View of the Oestertal Valley – Spinne Rest Area loop is a difficult mountain biking trail of approximately 31.6 miles (50.8 km). Some hiking routes can involve up to 3,000 feet of elevation gain, requiring good fitness.
The reserve features extensive woodlands, primarily beech forests, some of which contain old-growth trees. Other forest types include bog birch and alder swamp forests, as well as riparian forests along natural stream valleys. These diverse forest habitats contribute to the area's high species diversity.

