Nature Reserve Guide
Großes Moor bei Becklingen is a nature reserve characterized by its unique Geesthochmoor (geest raised bog) landscape, shaped by historical drainage and ongoing rewetting efforts. This area features diverse natural elements, including moor heaths, old peat cuttings, and various forest types, making it a significant site for nature and climate protection. The reserve is also the source of the River Meiße and offers panoramic views from the Heinrich Eggers observation tower. Its varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like…
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.2km
06:58
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.38km
02:08
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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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. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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01:13
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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8.11km
00:53
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.84km
00:43
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:10
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:08
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22.3km
01:29
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:11
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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24.0km
01:51
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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35.2km
02:21
110m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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31.0km
01:57
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Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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48.4km
02:52
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160m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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13
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.4km
02:10
130m
130m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Großes Moor bei Becklingen offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The reserve features more than 80 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from over 200 ratings.
Popular hiking routes include the "Heinrich Eggers Tower – Großes Moor near Becklingen loop from Becklingen," which is 7.3 miles (11.7 km) long and rated moderate. Another option is the "Heinrich Eggers Observation Tower – Großes Moor near Becklingen loop from Wardböhmen," covering 5.3 miles (8.5 km). More hiking options are available in the Hiking around Großes Moor bei Becklingen guide.
Yes, touring cyclists can find several routes. The "Becklingen War Cemetery – View of the Fields loop from Becklingen" is an easy 19.9-mile (32 km) route. Another option is the "Heinrich Eggers Tower – Großes Moor near Becklingen loop from Becklingen," an easy 8.2-mile (13.2 km) route. For more touring cycling routes, consult the Cycling around Großes Moor bei Becklingen guide.
Großes Moor bei Becklingen is primarily a geest raised bog, characterized by varying peat depths. Trails often traverse moor heaths, old peat cuttings, and areas with sphagnum moss. Peripheral areas may feature bog and pine forests, with some cycling routes incorporating paved sections and gravel paths.
Yes, there are routes suitable for various fitness levels. For hiking, the "Old Fire Station Becklingen – Via Romea Pilgrimage Route loop from Becklingen" is an easy 4.0-mile (6.5 km) route. Several touring cycling routes are also rated as easy. The Easy hikes around Großes Moor bei Becklingen guide provides more information.
The nature reserve is a geest raised bog, significant for its rewetting and renaturation efforts. A notable feature is the 27.7-foot (8.44-meter) high Heinrich Eggers observation tower, which offers panoramic views over the flat moorland. This allows observation of rewetted moor areas, adjacent meadows, and woodlands.
Großes Moor bei Becklingen provides habitat for diverse flora and fauna. Rare plants like round-leaved sundew and bog-rosemary are present. Bird species such as black grouse, curlew, and crane inhabit the area, along with amphibians like the moor frog, various dragonflies, and reptiles like the adder.
Großes Moor bei Becklingen is a popular destination, with over 900 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the area collectively hold an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on more than 200 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the area. These include Hiking around Großes Moor bei Becklingen, Cycling around Großes Moor bei Becklingen, and MTB Trails around Großes Moor bei Becklingen. Guides for running, road cycling, gravel biking, and easy hikes are also available.
The Großes Moor bei Becklingen nature reserve is managed by the Landkreis Celle. Official information can be found on the Landkreis Celle website. For direct inquiries, the phone number for the Landkreis Celle is +4951419166608.
Yes, mountain biking is an available activity. Routes like the "South Sea Camp – Hindenbunker Observation Tower loop from Wietzendorf" cover 19.7 miles (31.7 km) and are rated easy. The MTB Trails around Großes Moor bei Becklingen guide provides more options.
The nature reserve is accessible year-round. Specific seasonal highlights for flora and fauna vary, but the observation tower offers views regardless of the season. The rewetting efforts contribute to the landscape's character throughout the year.

