The 16.4-kilometre Zapfenweg trail focuses on the forestry expertise concentrated in Oerrel. Along the route, forestry work, cone harvesting, tree species and biotope types are explained. The trail passes through deciduous and coniferous forests, heathland, Silbersee lake, moorland and the Tal der Kleinen Örtze nature reserve.
The route is predominantly level and uses forest tracks, paved paths and gravel paths. There are sandy sections in the heathland. The Zapfenweg is suitable for cycling and is described as almost barrier-free.
The Ostheide Forest Education Centre in Munster/Oerrel offers forest education activities for school classes, children and youth groups, visitors interested in nature, and families. The programme includes day and short-term activities.
The area surrounding Oerrel includes Lönsstein, Bullenberg, Faßberg and Thonhopsberg.
The wider regional area around Oerrel includes Totenstadt, the Aussichtsturm zur schönen Aussicht observation tower, the Aschauteiche ponds and Hohenstein.
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For the higher-level travel overview: Heidekreis.
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