Odisheim: MORI Garden, Canal and Sankt Joost

They represent different sides of the area: a landscaped park, the history of a medieval chapel and a fishing stretch that runs through Odisheim.

MORI Garden in the marsh landscape

MORI Garden is located on the L144 state road in Odisheim, in the typical marsh landscape between the Elbe and Weser rivers and near the Hadeln Canal. The park covers 10,000 square metres. Its plants and design features include perennials for sunny and shady locations, rhododendrons, camellias, a pond and rare trees. The combination of different groups of plants and a water feature gives the garden several facets for you to discover during your visit.

MORI Garden is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Check the opening arrangements again before you travel. Dogs may be brought along on a leash; you should also check the current rules for pets before your visit. This lets you plan your stay around the daylight hours and find out which requirements apply to your dog.

Regular events at MORI Garden include an open garden advice session run by the Garden Academy. As recurring events may change, it is advisable to check the dates in advance. The garden can also be used for private events by prior arrangement. It is also suitable for photo shoots with a floral backdrop; this use must likewise be agreed in advance.

Sankt Joost: chapel history and memorial stone

The Sankt Joost memorial in Odisheim commemorates the site of a former chapel. It was a medieval pilgrim chapel dedicated to Saint Jodokus. It was mentioned as early as 1367; pilgrims from many cities in northern Germany visited the chapel. It was demolished in 1541 after the Reformation.

The memorial stone at the former chapel site was erected by Stinstedt and Odisheim in 1998. This makes it possible to distinguish the historic chapel from the later commemoration of it: the chapel’s history dates back to the Middle Ages, while the stone is a joint work dating from 1998. For visitors interested in local history, Sankt Joost offers a tangible historical connection.

Fishing on the Hadeln Canal

The Hadeln Canal offers another way to explore the surrounding area. The fishing stretch runs from Otterndorf to Bad Bederkesa via Odisheim. Public landing stages along the canal provide access for fishing. If you are planning a fishing trip, check the local access points and the applicable fishing regulations on site.

Additional destinations in the wider Cuxhaven travel region

In the wider Cuxhaven travel region, the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Wadden Sea Visitor Centre Cuxhaven complements the nature themes with an exhibition spanning three floors. It covers the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site and the Cuxhaven coastal heaths. The centre’s natural history guided tours offer the chance to experience mudflats, salt marsh, geest cliff and coastal heath. These offerings are part of the wider Cuxhaven travel region and should be distinguished from Odisheim’s local attractions.

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