Groß Mohrdorf between Brick Church and Crane Season

Church, Chapel, and Craftsmanship

The brick church in Groß Mohrdorf was built in the second half of the 13th century. The altar and pulpit were made around 1700 by Stralsund sculptor Johannes Wendt. The Baroque baptismal angel was added in 1724; it was made by Stralsund sculptor Elias Keßler. Friedrich Albert Mehmel built the organ in 1870. The construction and furnishings thus span several periods, making the church a clearly defined cultural attraction during your stay.

The church cemetery also has its own architectural feature: three Neo-Gothic mausoleums stand there. The Preetz Chapel is located in the same cemetery. Inside are a large marble angel modelled on classical antiquity and blue glass windows with floral motifs. The chapel is opened for visits; arrangements for opening may vary. So check current visiting options in advance if you plan to visit. Concerts and church services are also held in the church; check the current programme for specific dates.

A Cycling Tour for a Long Day

The “Crane, Art & Coast” cycling tour runs via Prohn, Klein Damitz, Klausdorf, Barhöft, Hohendorf, Groß Mohrdorf, Bisdorf, Kinnbackenhagen, Nisdorf, Neuen- and Altenpleen, and Sommerfeld, before returning to Prohn. The 38-kilometre route is estimated to take about seven hours of cycling, with additional time needed for sightseeing. The terrain is flat to gently undulating, and road surfaces vary.

For planning your day, the time required is the main consideration: this is a longer excursion, not just a brief detour. If you are also interested in the church’s architectural history and artworks, you can weigh these cultural attractions against a full day of cycling. This makes it easier to decide, even when choosing your holiday destination, whether you would rather plan your stay around a tour or individual cultural attractions.

Cranes at Different Times of Year

There are various birdwatching opportunities in the municipality. From Bisdorf, a woodland and field path leads to a viewing platform, where you can watch cranes at sunrise and sunset in spring or autumn. Cranes can be seen twice a year around Schloss Hohendorf. In autumn, migratory birds stop there from September to the end of October. In the shallow lagoons of Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park, up to 70,000 birds can sometimes be observed; conditions depend on the migration in any given year.

The seasons also bring different highlights: the so-called crane dances on the Vorpommern Bodden Coast can be observed from February to March, while the Bisdorf sightings mentioned above take place in spring or autumn. When planning your trip, it is helpful to distinguish between these times and places rather than treating them as a single experience at your destination.

Schloss Hohendorf and Accommodation Location

Hohendorf is a village within the municipality of Groß Mohrdorf and is distinct from the village of Groß Mohrdorf itself. Schloss Hohendorf was built there in 1854 for the von Klot-Trautvetter family, to designs by Karl Friedrich Schinkel in the Tudor Revival style. The park was designed according to plans by Peter Joseph Lenné. Old oak and beech trees grow across the three-hectare park grounds. The architecture and park are another highlight of the municipality, separate from the history of the brick church in Groß Mohrdorf itself.

Schloss Hohendorf offers castle apartments for holiday stays. Check current availability before booking. The exact location is also important when searching for a holiday apartment: the castle accommodation is in Hohendorf, another village within the municipality of Groß Mohrdorf. If you specifically want to stay in Groß Mohrdorf, check the location of each property against your plans.

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