Jerrishoe combines a local history dating back to 1196 with a nature conservation project, a farm shop and tours that offer different perspectives on the village and its surroundings. The mosaic of trees and shrubs provides a tangible focus for the landscape, while Hof Neue Erde adds food from the farm. The 43-kilometre Great Inland Tour is a clearly defined tour option. Nearby, canoeing on the Treene near Langstedt adds a seasonal activity.
A place name with a long history
Jerrishoe’s roots date back to 1196. One explanation of the place name combines the personal name Jerrik with “hoe”, the word for hill. Another local interpretation links the name to the extraction of iron from bog ore, which was practised in the region for centuries. The explanations place different emphasis: one reads the name as a combination of a personal name and a landform, while the other connects it with the region’s history of land use.
A landscape project among tree islands and pastureland
The nature conservation project in Jerrishoe, described in April 2026, comprises 25 tree islands, each measuring approximately 20 by 20 metres. Pastureland remains between the islands of trees and shrubs. Together, trees, shrubs and open areas form a landscape with sunny, sheltered spots as well as cooler shady areas. The project aims to encourage native flowering plants and provide food for wild bees, butterflies, hoverflies and bumblebees. These habitat benefits may increase as the project matures.
Farm shop and baked goods
Hof Neue Erde sells grain and potatoes mainly through its farm shop. The range also includes fruit, vegetables, baked goods, eggs, spices and animal feed. The bakery makes bread, rolls and other baked goods three times a week. The range and operations may change. If you are planning to buy a specific product or visit on a particular baking day, check the current offering in advance.
Tours and seasonal canoeing
The Great Inland Tour covers 43 kilometres and includes Jerrishoe. It passes through a wide landscape characterised by a dense network of hedgerows and small villages. Most of the route follows quiet roads and farm tracks. The nearby Treene Circular Tour offers a different landscape focus: it follows extensive forests, meadows, fields and the Treene. The landscapes of the two tours can therefore be distinguished without combining them into a single route.
Another nearby option is canoeing on the Treene, starting from the launch point in Langstedt. This activity is available during the summer half of the year. This gives trip planners a seasonal window to consider, while the Great Inland Tour can be further described by its 43 kilometres and the range of landscapes along the route.
In the wider destination of Schleswig-Flensburg
The wider destination of Schleswig-Flensburg also offers its own cultural and historical attractions. Haithabu and the Danevirke have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since June 2018. More than 25 kilometres of the Danevirke rampart remain today. The Idstedt historical memorial site and museum provide information about German-Danish history surrounding the uprising of 1848 and the Battle of Idstedt.
The landscapes in the wider destination include the Geltinger Birk: at 773 hectares, it is the largest nature reserve in the Schleswig-Flensburg district. The Schlei Nature Park features gentle hills, forests, hedgerow landscapes, rapeseed and grain fields, as well as sandy beaches and swimming coves. The Schlei’s brackish-water areas provide habitat for numerous endangered bird species. These regional nature and history themes add further points of interest within Schleswig-Flensburg to the picture of Jerrishoe.
Discover more destinations: Janneby, Sollerup, Wanderup, Süderhackstedt, Langstedt, Jörl
Go to the overview of the wider destination: Eggebek.
