The village Dorste with its around 1.650 citizens, is situated between Osterode and Katlenburg at the border to the rural district Northeim.
In the village centre is the St. Cyriaki-church situated, which is over 175 years old.
The village Dorste originated before the year 1000, even though the oldest documents, which report about the settlement are of a younger date. The school house in Dorste was built 1911.
The fire brigade Dorste, celebrated its 110-year existence in May 2005. At the same time, the fire brigade marching band Dorste, celebrated its 70-year existence.