--- title: "NORDPFAD feather duster" url: "https://www.niedersachsen-tourism.com/tour/nordpfad-feather-duster" description: "A hike from the charming farming village of Riekenbostel through magnificent and diverse forests to the idyllic mill town of Federlohmühlen—perfect for relaxing and recharging!" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share NORDPFAD feather duster ======================= - 13.70 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: easy - Condition: medium - Hiking trail - Nordic walking - Walking / hiking - Winter walking - 4:30 h - 13.70 km - 43 m - 40 m - 33 m - 73 m - 40 m - - Start: 27386 Riekenbostel, Riekenbostel parking lot, Im Brink (starting point 1) - Destination: 27386 Riekenbostel, Riekenbostel parking lot, Im Brink (starting point 1) **Romantic mills amid enchanted forests** ------------------------------------------ A hike from the charming farming village of Riekenbostel through magnificent and diverse forests to the idyllic mill town of Federlohmühlen—perfect for relaxing and recharging! Read more Good to know ------------ Pavements Asphalt (100%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions We start at the beautifully landscaped **parking lot in Riekenbostel** and hike along wide forest trails through the sun-drenched forest edges of **Buchwörth** and through the densely forested **Ützenbusch** . After about 3 km, we reach a clearing with a magnificent view of the surrounding meadows and fields. From here, the trail leads through a shady coniferous forest dominated by grass and ferns. We continue along fields of grain and corn, then enter the twilight realm of the mysterious, wildlife-rich **Buhlen**. The forest thins out, and we cross the K 209. After a short 500-meter stretch of paved road, we reach the **Federlohmühlen gem**, which gives this NORDPFAD its name. The former and other buildings on the mill grounds provide the perfect setting for a cozy break. The wooden overshot waterwheel is now only put into operation on special occasions, yet the murmur of the mill stream lends this place a special charm. An exhibition in the mill building tells the story of the mill. In this historic setting, you can also get married—a service provided by the Bothel Joint Municipal Office. From here, you can take a detour to Kirchwalsede, 2.6 km away. We leave this fairytale-like place and follow the NORDPFAD trail again, which winds romantically past several ponds. These are fed by about 400 surrounding springs and the **Federlohmühlenbach**, which cuts deep into the landscape and which we cross via a small footbridge. The trail now leads us into the heart of the **Federloh** forest. From the parking lot at Starting Point 2, a marked detour leads to and the is accessible, through which the trail runs. The final 3 km run through the coniferous forest **Sehlbruch** back to the starting point **Riekenbostel** , a tranquil, agriculture-oriented village with old farmsteads and granaries idyllically nestled beneath giant oak trees, such as the lovingly restored “Cohrs Hof” farm complex with a two-post half-timbered building from 1640 and an adjoining residence, which we pass on the final few meters to the parking lot. **Connections to other NORDPFADEN trails** A 1.5-km access path leads from the Federloh parking lot to the Großer Bullensee parking lot, the starting point 1 of the and starting point 2 of the . **Trail Closure Notices** Before your hike, you should check  to find out about possible detours and trail disruptions that may occur due to flooding, storm damage, or forestry work, for example. Read more Route markings **Marking sign** The marker shows a white "N" on an orange background with the name of the NORDPFADES Federlohmühlen. **Signposting** Destination signposts supplement the markings and are placed at prominent points. The signposts list places that are on the route or branch off from it, together with the distance in kilometers. The logo of the respective NORDPFADES is located underneath. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**From the A1 or A27 highways, it takes about 30 minutes to reach each of the two starting points, both of which have an information board and parking available.  **Starting Point 1:** 27386 Riekenbostel, Riekenbostel Parking Lot, Im Brink **Starting Point 2:** 27386 Kirchwalsede, Ferloh Parking Lot, K 206 Read more **Parking**There are two parking options available along the NORDPFAD. The respective starting points can also be found there. **Parking Lot 1:** 27386 Riekenbostel, Riekenbostel Parking Lot, Im Brink **Parking Lot 2:** 27386 Kirchwalsede, Ferloh Parking Lot, K 206 Read more **Public transportation**Arrival by bus - **Bus stop**: Kirchwalsede, Im Dorfe, 2.6 km from the NORDPFAD - **Bus route 725**: runs Mon.-Fri. between Verden and Rotenburg (Wümme), in Verden there is a **train connection** to Hanover and Bremen, in Rotenburg (Wümme) there is a train connection to Hamburg and Bremen - **Info**: Read more Additional information **Komoot** We haveall 24 circular hiking trails in a separate in the well-known outdoor app. The tours can also be found in the portal under the "Northern Heath" region. **Not yet on Komoot?** There is a free voucher code for new customers.The code is **ROW** and can be redeemed via **"Redeem voucher"** at or via the link . Read more Literature The following brochures are available free of charge at local tourist information offices and at  . They are also available for download there.  - **NORDPFADE Tour Guide** This small brochure contains everything you need to know about the hiking region. - **NORDPFADE Overview Map** This handy leaflet serves as a basic planning guide for the environmentally conscious. - **NORDPFADE Hiking Pass** The stamp-free version for collectors. There is also a paperback published by has published. An entertainingly written “hiking guide” by Lucia Gefken, who escapes her everyday life and takes up hiking. - **My NORDPFADE**  Or: *"It doesn't always have to be the Camino de Santiago!"* Read more Contact person Touristikverband Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) e.V.**- Ihr Ansprechpartner für die NORDPFADE und die Region** Harburger Straße 59 27356 Rotenburg (Wümme) License (master data) Touristikverband Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author Read more Social Media Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Tours 11.60 km - Walking / hiking 223.00 km - Walking / hiking 223.00 km - Walking / hiking Contact **Samtgemeinde Bothel - Ihr Kontakt vor Ort** Horstweg 14 27386 Bothel Download GPX file - -