At the historic village green, the Ostertor and two oak trees offer different clues to Großharrie’s history. Another highlight is Dosenmoor, whose formation dates back to the period after the last Ice Age. The village’s history and the moorland landscape thus provide two specific themes to consider when planning a trip.
Village History at the Historic Green
Großharrie has existed for more than 850 years. The Ostertor was the first and, for a long time, the only entrance to the historic village green. The Peace Oak, dating from 1872, also stands there. The double oak commemorates the unification of Schleswig-Holstein. The gate and the trees therefore point to different aspects of local history: access to the green, a specific date and a historic event.
Another cultural venue is the Church of the Holy Spirit in Bokhorst, which serves the residents of Großharrie. It hosts concerts, readings, church cinema events, book presentations and village festivals. The programme ranges from music and literature to film events and community celebrations.
Dosenmoor: Formation and Habitat
Dosenmoor is a raised bog that formed after the last Ice Age. Its peat layers are up to eight metres thick. These details describe both the bog’s long formation process and its structure. It was designated a nature reserve in the early 1980s. Wild boar and greylag geese find a habitat there.
Two different route options are described: a circular route runs around the bog, while a single path crosses the area. This is a specific difference between going around and crossing through. On its return journey to Neumünster, the Vicelinweg cycling loop passes through Großharrie and is another named point of reference for cyclists.
An announcement dated 24 April 2026 outlined plans for a cycle path about two kilometres long along Tasdorfer Weg, between Tasdorf and Großharrie. Construction was scheduled for the second half of 2026, with completion planned for mid-2027. As this is an announced schedule, it is advisable to check the latest status before planning a specific trip.
The Wider Destination of Plön
The wider destination of Plön includes the district of Plön, which lies between the Baltic Sea and Holstein Switzerland and has around 50 kilometres of Baltic coastline. The district includes around 80 lakes. Lake Plön covers 29 square kilometres, and Lake Selent 22 square kilometres. Swimming is possible along the Baltic coast from Mönkeberg to Sehlendorfer Strand; sailing, surfing, diving, boat excursions, offshore trips, cutter trips and surf fishing are also available there.
Nature and outdoor activities also shape this wider regional setting: large parts of the district belong to Holstein Switzerland Nature Park, which covers 75,000 hectares and offers opportunities to enjoy nature as well as a habitat for rare animals. The signposted cycling network in the district of Plön covers 850 kilometres, and there are also surfaced Nordic walking routes.
Discover more destinations: Schillsdorf, Stolpe, Wankendorf, Belau
For the wider travel overview: Bokhorst-Wankendorf.
