Elmenhorst offers a range of points of interest to consider when planning a trip: local history, equestrian sports and nature. The village church and local history room offer different perspectives on the history of the village. Equestrian sports are represented by an annual tournament at Pentecost and the activities of the local riding and driving club. The two natural areas can be distinguished by their locations: the Krummenhagener See nature reserve begins at the northwestern municipal boundary, while the Zarrendorfer Torfstiche peat cuttings lie northeast of Elmenhorst.
Village Church and Local History
Elmenhorst village church was built around 1270 by the Cistercian monastery of Neuencamp, now Franzburg. Later chapters in its history are also associated with specific dates: the Mehmel organ dates from 1870 and was extensively restored in 1999 by Rainer Wolter of Zudar (RĂĽgen). Baroque wall paintings were also uncovered in the church in 2003. The construction period, organ and wall paintings thus point to different historical periods. Visitors interested in church architecture and furnishings will find several specific topics here that can be distinguished chronologically.
The local history room in the Haus der Begegnung offers another perspective. Visitors can learn about the historical development of the village there. While the church is associated with its construction period and furnishings, the local history room focuses on the development of the village. If you are planning a visit, check visiting arrangements in advance.
Equestrian Sports at Pentecost and at the Club
A show-jumping and riding tournament takes place in Elmenhorst every year at Pentecost. More than 300 riders take part. If the date is important for planning your trip, check the current date in advance. This will help you distinguish the recurring annual event from your specific travel dates.
There is also an equestrian connection outside the tournament: at the Elmenhorst Riding and Driving Club (Reit- und Fahrverein Elmenhorst e.V.), interested visitors can learn to ride and take part in equestrian sports. The tournament and the club’s activities are two different points of interest—a Pentecost event and the opportunity to learn or practise riding at the club.
Nature at and Near the Municipal Boundary
The Krummenhagener See nature reserve begins at Elmenhorst’s northwestern municipal boundary. It provides a habitat for a diverse range of breeding and migratory birds. Its location at the boundary is a precise reference point for understanding where the reserve lies.
The Zarrendorfer Torfstiche nature reserve lies northeast of Elmenhorst and is home to otters. The two natural areas therefore differ both in location and in the wildlife mentioned: Krummenhagener See is associated with breeding and migratory birds, while the Zarrendorfer Torfstiche are associated with otters. This helps distinguish the protected areas as separate features of the surrounding area, rather than combining them into a single area.
Planning for Cycling and Rail Travel
The cycling network plan of the State of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania envisages a regional main route through the municipality of Elmenhorst: from Grimmen via Wittenhagen, Elmenhorst, Zarrendorf, Wendorf and Voigdehagen to Stralsund. The plan also envisages another main route from Krummenhagen via Elmenhorst and Neu Elmenhorst to Ahrendsee and Brandshagen. Both connections are described as plans. If you are planning a cycling trip, check the current signage before setting off rather than assuming that a planned route is already signposted throughout.
A second railway line has stops in Elmenhorst and Wittenhagen. Check current services and timetables in advance when planning your journey. This allows you to include the rail connection in your plans based on the information that actually applies to your travel dates.
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For the broader travel overview: Amt Miltzow.
