Curau brings together a hiking trail through the Curau Moor, a public five-hole short course and a church of medieval origins. Twelve steles commemorate a forced march that passed through the village in April 1945. If you are considering Curau as a destination or looking for a holiday apartment, nature watching, golf, architectural history and remembrance come together here. The local attractions offer different focal points when planning a stay.
Hiking and nature in the Curau Moor
A main hiking trail leads from Curau and Böbs through the Curau Moor. The trail therefore runs through a landscape where cranes can also be regularly observed. These sightings are seasonal and not guaranteed; if seeing the birds is your main aim, you should not count on a sighting as a definite outcome of the walk. Even without assuming that you will see cranes, you can still consider the trail for its moorland scenery. Check the trail conditions before setting out, as they may change.
Golf in Curau
Golf Club Curau has a public five-hole short course. The club also offers various ways to get started in golf, even without immediately becoming a member. The course format and access to the sport address two different planning questions: the short course is a specific option for playing golf locally, while the introductory offers are for those who want to get started without an immediate membership. As participation requirements may change, check with the club in advance for the current options.
Curau Church and its architectural history
Curau Church dates back to a medieval church foundation. After the fire of 1827, it was rebuilt at a higher elevation. For those interested in architecture, this offers a look at two features from different periods: its medieval origins and its 19th-century reconstruction. The churchyard, set on higher ground, also features a granite retaining wall and a row of lime trees. This makes it possible to consider the history of the church building alongside the design of the churchyard.
Remembrance and cycle path
The church and the steles offer two different historical perspectives: the church focuses on its founding and reconstruction, while the steles mark a route associated with an event in 1945. Since 1 September 1999, twelve steles have marked the route along which a forced march passed through Curau in April 1945. The two dates serve different purposes: the march took place in April 1945, while the route was marked in 1999. This distinguishes the historical event in time from the later marking of the route.
A cycle path runs along County Road 37 between Curau and Dissau. The Ostholstein district reported the infrastructure project as completed on 26 November 2015. The routes are described differently to help you choose your activity: the cycle path runs between Curau and Dissau along K 37, while the main hiking trail leads from Curau and Böbs through the moor.
For the wider travel overview: Stockelsdorf.
