Heron and Donkey Bridge – Lake Appelbeck loop from Moisburg

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Heron and Donkey Bridge – Lake Appelbeck loop from Moisburg

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Heron and Donkey Bridge – Lake Appelbeck loop from Moisburg

03:06

12.1km

50m

Hiking

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

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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Estetal

Waypoints

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1.67 km

Este bridge on Kirchweg (Moisburg)

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The bridge is no longer closed.

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2.70 km

Boardwalk through the wet meadows of the Estetal

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A wide wooden walkway leads through the wetlands of the Estetal. You have a wide view of the green. There are numerous information boards along the way.

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3.49 km

Boardwalk Through the Wet Meadows Near Moisburg

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Very beautiful path through the wet meadows towards Moisburg.

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5.19 km

Este Stream in the Estetal Nature Reserve

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In the Estetal Nature Reserve, the Este River winds its way along enchanting paths toward the Elbe. It's wonderful to be able to watch it in some places.

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5.20 km

Fallow deer enclosure in Appelbeck am See

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Small enclosure for fallow deer on the outskirts of Appel.

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6.24 km

Heron and Donkey Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The two small bridges between Appelbeck and Moisburg are a nice change on the circular route.

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6.50 km

Lake Appelbeck

Highlight • Lake

Here, the romantically located Appelbecker See offers a magical sight that invites you to linger.

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10.4 km

Moisburg Mill Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

Festivities of all kinds also take place here. The reading evenings are great, you feel right in the middle of it.

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12.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.53 km

3.90 km

1.24 km

446 m

Surfaces

4.54 km

4.16 km

1.26 km

1.14 km

993 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 16 October

14°C

8°C

50 %

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Comments

July 23, 2023,Gem. Moisburg: Auf attraktiven Pfaden durchs Estetal

Despite the announced constant rain, Kerstin allowed herself to be persuaded to go on a trip to the Estetal. Neither of us regretted this trip; almost even celebrated for it. Today's tour led on nature trails or semi-natural trails through a varied, attractive landscape. The weather, which turned out to be friendlier than predicted, also contributed to the success. So …

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February 12, 2022,Estewanderweg: Moisburg - Appelbeck - Moisburg

The tour was longer because the start and end points were the same. Started recording too late.
Since it was very muddy around the lake, we stopped the tour.

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March 31, 2025,Runde von Moisburg zum Appelbecker See

A super nice tour. Unfortunately, the bridge from Appelbeck back to Moisburg is closed because it's very dilapidated.

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March 9, 2025,Runde von Moisburg zum Appelbecker See

In summery temperatures at the beginning of March on beautiful paths through the Este Valley with some highlights.

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March 20, 2022,Von Moisburg nach Appelbeck

Always nice to walk. A few obstacles on the way, but you can easily get around them, under or over them.
Didn't return via Emmen as planned, but continued along the Este. Too bad about the cake (the Gasthof Emmen has homemade treats), but it was worth the walk.
A cold wind with strong gusts blew and it creaked in …

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January 12, 2025,Von Appelbeck am See durch das Estetal

The weather forecast said there would be sun in the southwest. I discovered the Este Valley, which is very beautiful. I only knew Moisburg as the location of the legendary MicMac, but it has a lot to offer.

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