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Holidays on the East Frisian North Sea coast Krummhörn- Personal holiday service Greetsiel +49 (0) 49 26 H91 88-0 UNESCO Wadden Sea World Heritage East Frisia ~ that’s us! 2 #DiemitdemLeuchtturm 3 Table of contents National Park and Wadden Sea World Heritage 4-5 Fishermen, harbour, North Sea crabs 6-7 Fishing village romance & East Frisian cosiness 8-9 Bicycle experience: from warf village to warf village 10-11 Chiefdoms, windmills, lighthouses 12-13 marvel at churches and organs 14-15 Art, culture and a lot of fun 16-17 For water and land rats 18-19 Much fun for children 20-21 Healthy North Sea Holidays 22-23 Winter dreams s & in the Krummhörn 24-25 age 1 ﬁ ill sh v i f n Record-breaking: The 2nd wedding vow r g a Our superlatives 26-27 v

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You are married and still happy with your partner? 1 + er you a “2nd marriage vow” 18 e that are worthwhile 28-29 Then we off 1 Experience extraordinary in a very special place in a festive atmosphere. moments 30-31 Whether in the Pilsum lighthouse, You can also get married Imprint 31 in the Green Mill in Greetsiel or in a civil ceremony in the Interesting facts from A - Z 32-33 in a maritime setting on an original Pilsum lighthouse and Relaxed holiday planning 34 fi shing boat - it will be the second most literally set a (sea) mark! Greetsiel town map 35 beautiful day of your life. We help you to make the most beautiful day an Here’s where your holiday starts Read more at www.greetsiel.de/en unforgettable experience. Herewith us,in Krummhörn-Greetsiel, Many of our guests use the bicycle 18 romantic Warf villages and the fi s- -often directly along the dyke- to hing and artists’ village of Greetsiel are explore the diverse countryside and waiting to be explored by you. Expe- the East Frisian expanse. They have rience typical East Frisian variety in a a fantastic view of the Lower Saxony lively romantic fi shing harbour, itslar- Wadden Sea National Park, a UNESCO gefl eet of cutters, historic windmills World Heritage Site. But also Nordic How to reach Touristik GmbH Up-to-date, exciting & informative: and quaint villages, each conveying its walking routes and our water hiking own unique charm and character. On trails lead you to ever new destinati- Krummhörn-Greetsiel www.facebook.com/greetsiel Tel.: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 ~ Fax: +49 (0) 49 26 20 29 the way, our two famous lighthouses ons in a wonderfully decelerated way. [email protected] ~ www.greetsiel.de/en www.twitter.com/krummhoern will show you the way. Look forward to an eventful holiday Tourist-Info Greetsiel: Zur Hauener Hooge 11 ~ 26736 Greetsiel www.youtube.com/user/DiemitdemLeuchtturm Tourist-Info Pewsum: Burgstraße 5 ~ 26736 Krummhörn-Pewsum where the sky is a little higher. www.instagram.com/diemitdemleuchtturm

Info phone: Our service team will be happy to provide you with information. 01805 - 4 7 3 3 8 7 4 3 5 (0.14 €/min from the DTAG fi xed network, other networks may vary, subject to change)  E UNESCOUNESCO Wadden Sea World HeritageHeritage 4 UNESCO Wadden SeaS a WorldWorWlW 5 „Nationalpark-Haus“ Greetsiel Visit the exhibition of the National Park House Greetsiel “365 days around the Ley Bay”. Experience the special features of the seasons in a playful way in the new multi- media, bilingual exhibition: Fly like Nils Holgerson over the Wadden Sea or observe the birdlife with a telescope. Feel the power of the wind fi rst hand in our storm cabin and explore the diverse life under- ground in the darkroom. Rest under the stars and learn about the orientation of our migratory birds. On a tour with our certi- fi ed nature and landscape guides, you can also experience mudfl ats, dykes and salt marshes outdoors. More info at www.nationalparkhausgreetsiel.info

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Our Wadden Sea National Park off ers The off shore WaddWadden Sea is a natural a special landscape consisting of diff e- landscape that is unique in the wworld! rent habitats. Twice a day the tidal fl ats arare fl ooded at high tidtide and dry out again at low A large expanse of water stretches months to gorge themselves on food Directly in front of the dike are thes- tide. The inhabitantsts oof the Wadden seaward from the Greetsiel fi shing reserves and thousands of wild geese alt marshes, which are fl ooded up to Sea arere ttrue survivalal aartists, which you harbour,through whose navigation seek out the Ley Bay as their winter 250 times a year. Plants and animals can getet to know on a guided hike with channel the ships reach the harbour. quarters, the Greetsiel National Park live here that have adapted to life with the Nationalational Park mudfl at guides. This area is under nature conservation. House is once again organising a salt. Even we locals are drawn here Here you can explore the birdlife from varied programme on the subject again and again to enjoy the unique the dyke or from observation huts. of migratory birds as part of the wide view. When millions of migratory birds stop „Zugvogeltage“ in the Lower Saxony off in the Wadden Sea in the autumn Wadden Sea National Park.

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Maritime fl air in Greetsiel The old Sieltorr (picture on the right) is over 200 yearss ololdd anandd a popular meemee-- 25 crab cutters regularly head for Every summer, at the end of the ting place. Thisis is wwherehere tthehe GreetsieGreetsielsiell Greetsiel harbour, making up the lar- Greetsiel crab week, the long line of low tidal fl at fl ows outout.. gest fl eet of cutters in East Frisia. Besi- departing cutters is an impressive sight Behind the gateate are the fi shing har-har- des the main catch, garnet (crabs), during the „Kutterkorso“. Those who bour and the mmarina.arina. The LeysielLeysiel llockock they also land fl atfi sh such as plaice, stay ashore enjoy the colourful hustle separates the harharboursbours from the open shad and sole. In the harbour, which is and bustle at the harbour and the North Sea. Thee titidede “stays out”. Up to over 600 years old, you breathe history wonderful atmosphere in the fi shing eight cutters and, of course, ppleasureleasure in a unique setting of charming histo- village. boats fi t into tthehe llockock chamchchamber.ber. ric gabled houses and idyllic alleyways. There are aboutut 50 (guest)(guest) berths in the marina (pictureure above).above). By the way, you will fi nd a cosy place for a little rest here. So: Greetsielttsielsiel is the cocoucourse!urse! www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holiday advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 F Fishing village romance & East Frisian cosiness 8 Fishing village romance & East FriF 9

CostaC GGranata: Holidays in the land of the North Sea crabs The famous North Sea crabs, which you can enjoy here under the name “Granat”, are actually shrimps. The natural colouring of “Granat” is trans- parent milky-grey. It is only when they are cooked, still on the cutters, A seaside resort with East Frisian charm Enjoy with all senses that they take on their typical reddish colour. They are then well cooled on Anyone who comes to Greetsiel feels Restaurants, tea rooms and cafés Experience the varied cultural enter- East Frisia has a lot to off er in terms with Kluntje and Wulkje. Three cups board and arrive freshly caught in the transported to another world. Historic make your stay a culinary experience. tainment programme: e.g. a per- of cuisine: The day starts with a slice are fi ne for East Frisians! Greetsiel harbour. “Granat” contains gabledhouses from the 17th century Our tip: Enjoy the East Frisian sun with formance by the Shanty Choir, a of „Krintstuut“ (sultana bread) with And in the evening, numerous pubs a lot of protein, little fat and tastes line the old fi shing harbour. Through a delicious ice cream and let your eyes classical concert in the historic Greet- butter. At lunchtime you can enjoy in Greetsiel invite you to linger. A crab incomparably goodfor example, as picturesque alleys and the village wander over the harbour. siel church or a visit to the galleries. delicious prawns or a tasty matie roll. soup, fresh fi sh, snirtje roast or even Greetsiel crab soup, “pure” on hearty street with stylish shops and shopping In the afternoon, a special highlight a classic steak will make your culinary East Frisian brown bread or with a opportunities, the path also leads to is on the programme, the East Frisian heart beat faster. fried egg as a topping. the famous Greetsiel twin mills. Teetied. Tart Osfriesen tea is refi ned We wish you bon appétit!

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The signposted „Krummhörner Kirchturm-Tour“ through our 19 Krummhörner villages to our 23 churches is around 70 kilometres long. You can start at any point of the circular tour and also spread the total distance over several days. Special highlights along the way include the village of Rysum with its church and the oldestorga- nin northern Europe that can be NORTH SEA played, the Campen lighthouse with 308 steps, Germany’s best- Eldorado for cyclists known lighthouse in Pilsum and Germany’s only dry beach at East Frisiais acyclingparadise. Here For more information on cycling Upleward. Along the Wadden Sea with us on the East FrisianNorthSea in Krummhörn-Greetsiel, visit National Park, the route leads coast, you ride in the pure air of the www.greetsiel.de/en through the bird sanctuary to the fresh North Sea climate. There are no fi shing village of Greetsiel. inclines. You cycle relaxed through fl at natural landscapes, enjoy culture and hospitality and use an excellently signposted cycle path system. The Krummhörn holiday region is connected to many supra-regional The holiday, art and cultural landscape routes such as of Krummhörn-Greetsiel, right next to the Wadden Sea National Park, off ers the diversity of East Frisian speciali- Sea World Heritage Park and Wadden National ties such as a visit to our Warf villages. Rad North Sea Cycle Seeräuber- und They were built at a time when there up Pad Route Häuptlings-Tour was no dyke. To protect against storm surges, the village community built artifi cial mounds for their houses -the Warfen. Lighthouses, windmills, chiefdoms, churches, gulf farms,friendly gastronomy and much more invite you to explore.Climb up, meet lots of

nice people on the way and greet each Krummhörner other with a friendly “Moin!”. Kirchturm-Tour Streets B Castle Lighthouse Museum Mill Church/Organ

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Historic, maritime and impressive The Frisians of the 14th-16th centu- ries were ruled by chieftains. The sign and centre of their power was a house built of stone: the chief’s castle. The moated castle in Pewsum was built by the Manninga family in 1458 and later rebuilt in the Dutch Renaissance The red and white steel leg construc- Mills also characterise the typical The Pilsum Wind Energy Park and style. It houses a registry oﬃ ce and a tion of the Campen lighthouse was landscape of our region: Rysum, with Groteland are two examples of “high- museum. Another chieftain’s castle is completed in 1892 and, at 65 m, is its impressive mill, where you can tech on the wind”. This form of energy the „Osterburg“ in Groothusen. Germany’s tallest lighthouse. Its gui- also spend the night, is a typical cir- generation has become an “East Fri- ding light is still used for navigation cularwarf village. The twin mills in sian export hit”. Gulf farms are typical of East Frisia. today. After 308 steps you can enjoy a Greetsiel are the venue for art exhi- They consist of the narrower front fantastic view. bitions and guided tours of the mills. end, where people live, and the wide Grain is still processed in the red mill “Achterend” (back end) with the gulf, The small yellow and red Pilsum today. The Galerieholländer, the mill in a storage area for crops and equip- lighthouse from 1888, with a height Pewsum, houses the craft museum. ment. Examples of modern use are the of approx. 11 m, has become a ﬁ lm Gulfhof in Loquard, which has been set, the main character in the Lükko converted into a school, the „Land- Leuchtturm children’s book series wirtschaftsmuseum“ (agricultural and a place for couples in love, among museum) in Campen and various other things. There are also special holiday resorts. lighthouse tours. www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holiday advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 C Marvel at churches and organs 14 Marvel at churches and organs 15

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Manycenturies ago, when there were Many of the churches in East Frisia Church services are still held in all the no protective dikes, our ancestors built and in the Krummhörn-Greetsiel re- churches today. One of the cultural the villages of Krummhörn on man- gion have a precious organ, such as highlights in Krummhörn is the annu- made hills, the Warfen. The highest the organ in Rysum, built in 1457. It al “Krummhörner Orgelfrühling”. point of the Warf was always reser- is considered one of the oldest playa- Top-class organ concerts are off ered ved for the church building. When the ble organs in the world. The value of here. The “Krummhörner Orgelfrüh- storm tides submerged the land and the organ at the time was 10 “fette ling” is one of THE organ music festi- The „Krummhörner Kirchturm-Tour“ is a unique cy- high waves surrounded the village, Beester” (cows), according to legend. vals in northern Germany. cling event. The circular route through 19 villages and to 23 people took refuge in the safest place Other organs of European signifi cance churches inspires more and more cycling enthusiasts. The in the village - the church. can be found in the Krummhörn Warf parishes organise a varied programme for visitors with gui- villages of Uttum, Canum and Groo- ded tours, tower and crypt visits, concerts, tea tables and thusen, among others. much more. www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holidayM advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 Art, culture and a lot of fun 16 Art, culture and a lot of fun 17 Highlightsghghtts (examples)(exammples) Kutterkorsorso – a trip too sea withwith the Greetsielieell fi sshermenhermen „Schlickschlittenrennen-chlittenrennen- Wältmeisterschaft“ – Carnival on the mudfl ats Family Kite Festival Christmas Markets in the Krummhörn You can fi nd the exact dates at www.greetsiel.deM On page 30/31 you will fi nd an overview of our events and further information about the sights as well as tips for excursions.

Diverse off erings for a diverse audience The Krummhörn holiday region is a cultural landscape with a great variety of museums, cultural institutions and sights. A special concert series for friends of classical music is off ered with “Weltklassik am Klavier” at the Rysumer Fuhrmannshof. For art lovers, the „Greetsieler Woche“ But we also off er fun and action for During this unique tour you will learn has been an art exhibition of national importance for over young and old. In addition to the historical and very interesting facts 40 years. highlights above, a variety of annually about the country and your laughing In „Dörfer erzählen Geschichte/n“, a storyteller invites recurring cultural events off er a wide muscles will also be properly strained. you to experience a special story of the village. As part of range of special entertainment. the „GartenRoute Krummhörn, Ostfriesland“, private In the „Murmel-Arena“ (marble gardens and parks open in Krummhörn and the surroun- Laughing in Pilsum: The comedy arena) in in Uttum, you are also wel- ding area. star Holger Müller alias „Ausbilder come to “knickern” yourself or com- Schmidt“ (instructor Schmidt) invites pete in marble championships. Other cultural events are also off ered by the „Ländliche you to his very private stage, “Sehr Akademie Krummhörn“ or the association „Landkultur kleines Haus”. With the „Lachbus- Freepsum“. tour Ostfriesland“ he also brings his show on four wheels as a tour guide. Awww.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holiday advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 For water and land rats 18 For water and land rats 19 Water hiking Whether by canoe or kayak, in a rubber dinghy or in a motor boat -with us even the “inland skipper” can explore a very varied and widely ramifi ed district. All dit- ches, canals and creeks are still important components of a sophisticated drainage system and are regularly maintained. For information on water depths and bridge clearance heights, we recommend a detailed waterway map.

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In many villages there are landing stages or even small boat harbours. Water tourists are always welcome!

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Active at the North Sea The kilometres of developed paths directly on the dyke The East Frisian canal network is one of the most extensive are wide enough and off er ideal conditions for walkers, in Germany. Almost every village in the Krummhörn can be cyclists, Nordic walkers and inline skaters. reached on the canals and lowlands. Excursion boats set off from Greetsiel for tours on the waterways and to the Dyke hiking Right next to the Haus der Begegnung [house of encounter] Leysiel sea lock. On these trips you will experience nature Hiking high up on our dykes as “border crossers bet- in Greetsiel is our 18-hole miniature golf course, which and culture from new perspectives. In addition, there are ween land and sea” -be it conventionally, or as Nordic defi nitely guarantees great fun for the whole family. also excursionsto the East Frisian Islands during the holiday walkers: Here you have the overview of land and sea! periods. Come aboard. Enjoy the unique view of the endless expanse of the In the Krummhörn-Greetsiel holiday region, there are

Wadden Sea National Park, which extends seawards. numerous opportunities for horse riding on farms. The Sea World Heritage Park and Wadden National Far out on the horizon you can see the big ships pulling. equestrian sports club Krummhörn off ers riding, lunging The country side off ers the contrasting programmewith and individual lessons for young and old. There is also the countless shades of green of the lush marshes.On accommodation for your own horse here. the way, you always come across charming motifs that make a holiday with us so endearing. The signposted nature trail “Freepsumer Meer” at the Nordic Walking: There are 6 well-signposted routes “lowest point” in the Warf village Freepsum with paved of varying lengths with a total length of 50 kilome- hiking trails leads around and through the drained inland tres (from easy to diffi cult). The starting and fi nishing sea. In this idyll, animals can be observed that have found a points are in Greetsiel at the Greetsiel Oasis. protectedF habitat here. www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holiday advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 Much fun for children 2020 Much fun for children 21

Lükko’s holiday planner Lükko Lighthouse has put together holiday ideas and examples of great off ers and excursion destinations in Krummhörn and the surrounding area especially for all young guests. 1 The wonder of the Wadden Sea: www.nationalparkhaus-greetsiel.de 2 Emden Art Gallery Painting School: www.kunsthalle-emden.de 3 Performances of the „Ländliche Akademie Krummhörn“: www.lak.de 4 Guided tours for children through the Pilsum lighthouse: www.greetsiel.de/en 5 JoinInMuseum „miraculum“ Welcome to (children’s and youth museum): Lükko Lighthouse Land www.miraculum-aurich.de 6 Lighthouse diploma in the Lükko -the smallest lighthouse worldwide. Lükko Lighthouse Campen lighthouse: is East Frisia’s popular children’s book character by Bernd Fles- www.campener-leuchtturm.de sner and Peter Pabst. Why does the water in the North Sea 7 Swimming in the „Oase keep disappearing? And what is it about the big home light-up Greetsiel“: www.oase-greetsiel.de on Christmas Eve? Lükko Lighthouse explains the world to big 8 Playing on the dry beach and small fans - at least an important part of it, namely East Upleward Frisia. 9 Where seals grow big and strong: In Upleward, a sandy beach, the “only dry beach in the www.seehundstation-norddeich.de world” - without a sea - with beach chairs, a beach volleyball 10 Visit the whale: court, the kiosk “Watt ‘n Blick” and a great adventure play- www.seehundstation-norddeich.de ground await guests young and old. For a swim, it’s over the 11 Schkoppi Schkopp accompanies dyke ... and into the North Sea. you through the „Landwirtschafts- museum“ in Campen: www.olmc.de The Lükko Lighthouse Children’s House in Greetsiel invi- 12 „Okidoki Kinderland“ in tes you to exciting activities: Here the little ones can play, do Emden: www.okidoki-emden.de handicrafts, romp around, experience children’s events or 13 Nature Experience „Ökowerk“ in really let off steam outside in the large adventure playground. Emden: www.oekowerk-emden.de 14 Kart track Brookmerland: Children can also experience exciting adventures at the www.kartbahn-ostfriesland.de „Nationalpark Haus“ and the „Landwirtschaftsmuseum“ www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~M Personal holiday advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 Healthy North Sea Holidays 22 Healthy North Sea Holidaysays 23 The special wellness tip BIOMARIS in Greetsiel BIOMARIS stands for “Health & Beauty from the Sea”. All products are based on sea water, sea salt and seaweed. The product range includes face and body care, decorative cosme- tics and the healthy seawater drinking cure. Try attractive product off ers and the seawater drinking cure in the BIO- MARIS sales presentation.

The strong and healthy North Sea air is a natural composi- For children, there is a paddling pool, a separate baby chan- In the practice for physiotherapy & tion of salt, iodine, oxygen and minerals. The mild climate ging corner and a children’s play area. wellness Judith Sutter, in the building Far Eastern healing methods such as and the fresh wind strengthen the body’s defences and pro- Outside, a sun terrace and sunbathing lawn invite you to of the „Oase Greetsiel“, you can let Shiatsu, Reiki or foot refl exology round mote circulation. spend time outdoors. yourself be pampered all around. The off the off er. Tel.: +49 (0) 49 26 92 60 28 off er ranges from relaxing massages, In the „Oase“ you can switch off and decelerate. A 30°C In the newly designed sauna area, other special features whole-body salt peelings and Ayurveda You will fi nd more information at swimming pool, bubble loungers, water spouts, massage await our guests in addition to the bio-sauna: Enjoy the massages to feel-good baths. Purifi ca- “Interesting facts to know” on pages jets, a steam bath and various relaxation areas make your unique natural atmosphere in the panoramic outdoor tion treatments (lymph drainage, sea 32-33. stay a relaxing experience. sauna (90°C) and relax in the sauna garden. salt wraps, mud or algae packs, etc.) Info, also on the annual closing time of can give a whole new body feeling. the Oase, at www.oase-greetsiel.de www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holiday advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 H Winter dreams in the Krummhörn 24 Winter dreams in the Krummhörn 25

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The sharp wind comes from the northwest. White white- The „Oase“ in Greetsiel is also cosy caps dance on the waves and the seagulls amaze with their and warm all year round. The swim- fascinating aerobatics. The days are getting shorter, the lea- ming pool and various saunas invite ves are falling and the clocks are ticking a little diff erently in you to linger. East Frisia. People have more time now and this decelerati- on helps you to regain your strength -try it out. In the cold Because of the proximity to the sea, season you can enjoy the silence, nature and fresh sea air which directly aff ects our climate, there with us. is no guarantee of snow- but pure clear air, which is good for your relaxation. Wrapped up warmly in a jacket, scarf and cap, the dyke is A very special atmosphere now lies almost all yours. When you then return to the village after over the breathtakingly beautiful a walk, the East Frisian tea tastes even better. Talking of landscape. Because that is exactly “tasting”- in the local gastronomy you are now off ered very what you can experience with us du- special dishes such as kale with spelt - hearty and just right. ring the cold season: Pure relaxation. www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holiday advice: +49W (0) 49 26 91 88-0 Record-breaking: Uniquely East Frisian örfer & 1 nd F e is rf c 26 a h 27 e

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Only we have ve that! ththhat! In the Krummhörn-Greetsiel holiday ~ The oldest playable organ in region you will always come across en- Northern Europe, built in 1457, dearing and sometimes curious attrac- is located in our circular warf village tions, such as: of Rysum ~ The ﬁ rst and only „dry beach“ of the ~ In Campen, Germany’s highest world at the dyke in Upleward lighthouse with a heightof 65 m ~ Germany’s ﬁ rst marble arena ~ The Lighthouse inPilsum: in Uttum only 11 m high and achieved enor- ~ The only “Schlickschlittenrennen- mous fame through Otto Wältmeisterschaften“ (Sledge Race ~ The smallest theatre stage “Sehr World Championships) kleines Haus“ in Pilsum of Holger Müller alias „Ausbilder Schmidt“ And we have so much more...! ~ Lowest point in the country in Freepsum: 2.30 m belowzero

www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holiday advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 Excursion destinations that are worthwhile 2828 Excursion destinations that are ree worthw worth29 Excursion experiences Your stay with us will take you to the “most north-westerly corner” of the Federal Republic of Ger- many. Around us you will ﬁ nd many worthwhile excursion destinations that you should deﬁ nitely visit. Under the name

(www.gruenesostfriesland.de) invite, among others: Greetsiel: Cutter harbour, twin mills, Oase Greetsiel Aurich: City stroll, historical museum, EEZ Grosses Meer Emden: Seaport city with many museums, among others. State Museum with Armoury and the Art Gallery. Volkswagenwerk Großefehn: Equestrian facility Timmel Wiesmoor: Greenhouses, fl ower park, adventure golf Mainlandand islands „Großes Meer“: Sailing, Surfi ng In the holiday region of Krummhörn- AGEMS: to the island of Borkum, Greetsiel, you are surrounded by wor- discover Emden inland port. thwhile excursion destinations that Meyer-Werft, Papenburg Juist you can reach within a short time. Seehundstation Nationalpark-Haus, Norddeich Other excursion destinations e.g. Leer: historic old town, Miniaturland Examples: Jever: Brewery and Castle In Emden the following attractions Netherlands: await you: Volkswagenwerk, the The town of Leer off ers shopping in Borkum, the largest of the East Frisian Groningen: University town, art “OTTO-HUUS”, the Kunsthalle, the the historic old town and the „Minia- Islands, is already in the high seas. museum, shopping Landesmuseum, the Bunkermu- turland“. Norderney is the most “sophistica- Emmen: wonderful zoo seum, the museum ships in the ted” of the islands. Ratsdelft, shopping. Lütetsburg Castle Park is always Juist gives itself the name “Töwer- worth a visit. land” (magic land). Ostfriesisches Landesmuseum, Emden Wiesmoor In Norden-Norddeich, visits to the From Neßmersiel you can also walk Seal station National Park House, the In the city of Aurich, for example, the across the mudfl ats to Baltrum, the Waloseum and the Tea Museum are JoinInMuseum „Miraculum“, the “Sleeping Beauty in the North Sea”. worthwhile. EEZ (energy, education and experience centre) and the lively city centre await Ferry times: In Papenburg, the „Meyer Werft“ you for shopping. www.greetsiel.de/en/east-frisian-islands (shipyard) invites visitors to its visitor Lütetsburg Castle Park, near Norden, Part of centre. the „GartenRoute Krummhörn, Ostfriesland“ Energie-, Bildungs- Tea museum, Norden und Erlebniszentrum Aurich (EEZ) www.greetsiel.de/en ~ [email protected] ~ Personal holidayE advice: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 Tip: Experience extraordinary moments You will fi nd an overview map with interesting sights 30 Experience extraordinaryextraorrdinaryr momentson page 11 31 Places of interest Castles „Nationalpark-Haus“ Greetsiel Church tours Follow in the footsteps of the East Natural history exhibition on the Learn interesting facts about Frisian chieftains in the Krummhörn. Wadden Sea National Park. churches, organs and warf villages. Visit the „Manningaburg“ in Pewsum For example in Jennelt, Manslagt, ~ Garden Day and the „Osterburg“ in Groothusen. Lighthouse Campen Groothusen and Pilsum. in a historic setting At 65 m high, the ~ Krummhörner Orgelfrühling Galleries highest lighthouse in (organ music festival) Excursions (art exhibition) Discover interesting art exhibitions. Germany. ~ Greetsieler Woche For example, you will fi nd painting Bus excursions (Cutter parade) galleries in Greetsiel, Hamswehrum, The Pilsum Lighthouse We off er excursions by bus to the ~ Kutterkorso Pilsum and Rysum as well as in Germany’s smallest light- sights of the region. Interesting ~ „Schlickschlittenrennen- Pewsum in the Manninga Castle. house with only 11m height. Well- cultural destinations are on the pro- Wältmeisterschaft“ fl ats known scenery from Otto Waalkes gramme as well as regional natural Carnival on the mud Agricultural Museum in Campen fi lms, among others. landscapes. We bring you closer to the (Sledge Race - Wold Championship) In two historic Gulf farms, a farm country and its people. worker’s house and a newly built Organs ~ Internationales Freepsumer (Guitar festival) fi eld barn, you will learn all kinds of The Krummhörn holiday region Island visits/boattrips Gitarrenfestival interesting facts about the rural and off ers many churches with important Day trips to the East Frisian Islands: ~ Krummhörner Kirchturm- agricultural history of East Frisia. organs. Contemporary history to see from Emden to Borkum, from Nord- (Bicycle tour event:) Tour Marvel at old agricultural equipment and hear. deich to Norderney and Juist and ~ Rysumer Bauernmarkt and get active at numerous hands-on from Neßmersiel to Baltrum. In the stations. (Farmers’ Market) summer months, there are special boat trips directly from Greetsiel to ~ Kite Festival Mills Guided tours Norderney, Juist, Borkum and in “sea”. ~ Dörfer erzählen Geschichte/n An important On our well-developed waterways (historical guided tour) landmark of the Greetsiel you can explore the region on a canal Krummhörn are its Guided tours of the town are available trip. Tickets for island and canal trips ~ Christmas markets mills in Rysum and every Saturday from Easter until the are available from Touristik GmbH in the Krummhörn Pewsum and the end of the autumn holidays (North Krummhörn-Greetsiel. twin mills in Greet- RhineWestphalia and Lower Saxony) Event tips siel. Get to know at 10.30 a.m. from the tourist infor- Mudfl at hiking (examples) the old miller’s craft on a mation offi ce in Greetsiel, and in the Walk on the seabed and learn exci- tour. The Gallerieholländer main holiday periods every Tuesday at ting facts about the animal and plant in Pewsum is home to the Handicraft 4 p.m. from Poppinga’s Alte Bäckerei world. Guided mudfl at walks are and Mill Museum. In Greetsiel and in Greetsiel. off ered from Upleward. A variety of annually recurring Rysum you can unwind in a cosy tea happenings and cultural events room. off er a wide range of special !!! Imprint entertainment. Are you looking for more in- Responsible for the content: Touristik GmbH Krummhörn-Greetsiel formation about events and We wish you much pleasure! Concept/Design: Werbeagentur PepperBee, www.pepperbee.de excursions? 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Camping/Motorhomes Amount of the guest contribution: To cover the expenses Dogs Beach volleyball and boccia: for the production and maintenance of the facilities for At the adventure playground in Greetsiel and on the dry “Camping at the dyke” in Upleward: our guests, the municipality levies the guest contribution- Dog-friendly accommodation: beach in Upleward 280 parking spaces, (barrier-free) rental chalets. Dog- regardless of whether and to what extent the facilities are Are shown in the host directory. Boat rental: friendly. Idyllic and quiet - right on the dyke. used. The landlord is obliged to collect the guest contribu- Dogs and nature conservation: There are landing stages in many villages. Rowing/pedal Tel.: +49 (0)49 23 5 25 tion and pay it to the municipality of Krummhörn. Dogs are not allowed on the dykes because of sheep boats, kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddling boards are Camping ground in Campen: For Greetsiel, Hauen, Pilsum and Uiterstewehr grazing. Exceptions: e.g. in Upleward“Dogs are to be kept available for hire from Mrs Dreessen at the Greetsiel lan- Smaller site directly on the dyke, Tel: +49 (0)49 27 4 89 from 15.03. - 31.10. 2.30 €/day per adult. on a leash”. Further information at the Greetsiel Tourist ding stage. Here also canal trips, Tel: +49 (0)49 23 4 09 or Information Offi ce. Motorhomes: For children from 6 - 15 years 0.50 €/day. +49 (0)173 7 33 74 74 In the rest of the time 1.15 €/day per adult. In Greetsiel at the car park near the twin mills, disposal Boßeln: For children from 6 - 15 years 0.25 €/day. Children facilities include the petrol station, Mühlenstraße, in Greet- What does an East Frisian do with a bullet in the middle of Annual spa card € 69.00 per adult, € 15.00 per child from siel. For more information, contact the Tourist Information Children’s programme: the road? Guest boßeln: Costs and further information at 6 - 15 years. Offi ce in Greetsiel In the “Lükko Leuchtturm Kinderhaus” and in the „Natio- wwwgreetsiel.de/en For other places in the Krummhörn nalpark-Haus“ in Greetsiel there are many events and Golf (approx. 25 km from Greetsiel): from 15.03. - 31.10. 1.50 €/day per adult. activities such as children’s theatre, handicrafts, painting E-charging stations Golf course Lütetsburg Castle (18-hole course), For children from 6 - 15 years 0.50 €/day. competitions, guided tours of the „Nationalpark-Haus“ for You can charge your electric car at the town hall or at Tel.: +49 (0)49 31 9 30 04 31, www.golfclub-luetetsburg.de In the rest of the time 0.75 €/day per adult, for children children. For more information, see the events calendar, or Edeka in Pewsum. You will fi nd another e-charging station from 6 - 15 years 0.25 €/day. call Tel: +49 (0)49 26 91 88-0 and www.greetsiel.de/en Swingolf: in Greetsiel at the car park for Hauener Hooge (near Tou- Annual guest card € 45.00 per adult, € 15.00 per child from 9-hole course at the Nienhof in Manslagt rist Information). More information about this and other 6 - 15 years. Playgrounds: e charging stations in the area can be obtained from the Status: 04/2021. Information without guarantee. There are playgrounds in all 19 villages. There is an adven- Miniature golf: Tourist Info in Greetsiel. ture playground in Greetsiel and in Upleward on the dry 18-hole course at the adventure playground in Greetsiel Health/Wellness beach. Food & Drink Nordic Walking: Alcoholics Anonymous: Service In Greetsiel: signposted Nordic Walking & Fitness Park Our holiday region has a lot to off er in terms of cuisine: Every two weeks on Thursdays at 8.00 pm in the Prote- with 6 diff erent routes between 4, 9 and 16.3 km, Greetsiel Numerous gastronomic establishments such as restau- stant parish hall, Am Bollwerk, in Greetsiel. Doctors: Tourist Information, Tel: +49 (0)49 26 91 88 0, Information rants, cafés and tea rooms invite you to feast and linger. Doctors, dentists, specialists, dialysis see www.greetsiel.de/en fl yer available at the Tourist Information. Care for family members with disabilities: If you are on holiday in East Frisia, the Arbeitsgemein- Disabled toilets: Outdoor Fitness Parcours: Guest contribution schaft für integrative Leistung in Ostfriesland (agilio) will Among other places, in the car park at the entrance to the In Greetsiel at the House of Encounter town and in the public car park on Ankerstraße, further Reduction on entrance fees, for example: be happy to take care of your disabled relative for hours or Cycling routes: information on barrier-free access at www.greetsiel.de/en • Oase Greetsiel: Swimming pool and saunas days at a time. Tel.: +49 (0)49 21 82 04 60 The new cycle route network map with the Krummhörn • Indoor swimming pool Pewsum Dialysis: All standard procedures at the Emden Dialysis Internet: - Greetsiel junction system is available at the tourist infor- • Campen Lighthouse and Agricultural Museum Centre, Bolardusstr. 20, Tel.: +49 (0) 49 21 9 44 00 An internet café is located in the tourist information offi ce mation offi ces in Greetsiel and Pewsum. • Greetsiel miniature golf course in Greetsiel. • Guided tours Physiotherapy, massages, pain acute practice & personal Riding: • guided mudfl at hike training: Sport Pferdesportverein Krummhörn e. V., „Reitstall A“ FN im • Souvenirs at the Touristik GmbH Praxis für Physiotherapie Judith Sutter, Zur Hauener Hooge Ferienhof am Siel, Uiterstewehr, Tel.: +49 (0)151 11 59 04 16 • Urlauberbus 11, 26736 Greetsiel, Tel.: +49 (0)49 26 92 60 28 Fishing: and pony riding at the Nienhof, Krummhörn, • Guided tour of the Greetsiel mill In the channels and tidal fl ats of inland waters and along Tel.: +49 (0)49 23 9 27 54 22 Short-term care centres: • Boat rental the National Park. Here, fi shing is only allowed in the „Up Visite“, Ulrike Holzkämper, Inselstraße 7, 26736 Greet- Skating: • Canal trips etc. “intermediate zone” (Diekskiel) and in designated areas, siel, Tel.: +49 (0)49 26 9 21 00; Skater facility in Greetsiel on the Old Störtebeker Dike. for which you can get permission from H. Kruse, Schoof’s Nursing home „Seniorenhuus“, Zur Hauener Hooge 20, Mühlen-Café, Tel: +49 (0)49 26 21 54 Yachtclub YC Greetsiel: 26736 Greetsiel For the remaining waters in the Krummhörn, contact Touri- [email protected], www.yachtclub-greetsiel.de Vorteile rlaubs- Card Rest period: stik GmbH, Tel: +49 (0)49 26 91 88-0 Urlaubs-VorteileU ßen -Service genießengenie der Nordsee mitmit der • Dornum Think of your fellow human beings: In the municipality of • Carolinensiel-Harlesiel Bathing facilities: Butjadingen • Krummhörn-Greetsiel Esens-Bensersiel • Norden-Norddeich Krummhörn, it is customary to rest at noon from 13.00 - Neuharlingersiel • Werdum • Wangerland At high tide in Upleward, directly in the North Sea (ons- Varel-Dangast 14.30 and at night from 19.00 - 07.30. We ask that you hore behind the dyke is the dry beach: recreation, play Unterstützt durch: avoid disturbing noise. Further information at www.greetsiel.de and sports facilities.); indoor swimming pool in Pewsum; or at the tourist information offi ces www.eez.aurich.de Sauna: swimming pool Oase Greetsiel, see page 22. Among others in the Oase Greetsiel, Zur Hauener Hooge 11, Further information at www.oase-greetsiel.de in Greetsiel und in Pewsum Tel.: +49 (0)49 26 91 88-30 Tel.: +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 Relaxed holiday planning LocalLocal mamapp 34 Relaxed holiday holida plannplanning ng 35 Personal holidy service Greetsiel -Car-free village centre +49 (0) 49 26 91 88-0 Info traffi c routing There are no public parking facilities in the centre of Greetsiel. booked accommodation in the centre of Greetsiel can reach this The available parking spaces are marked on the local map and accommodation by car. Exemption permits are available from the signposted on site. municipality of Krummhörn and the Greetsiel Tourist Information The municipality of Krummhörn will keep the picturesque centre (especially for people with walking diffi culties). of Greetsiel largely free of car traffi c in order to allow guests as much peace and relaxation as possible. Holidayguests who have Accommodation & Tourist Info Personal service in Greetsiel Zur Hauener Hooge 11 26736 KrummhörnGreetsiel Personal service in Pewsum We are here for YOU! Burgstraße 5 26736 Krummhörn-Pewsum

Moin and welcome We off er personal advice and free accommodation services to ensure that your individual holiday meets all requirements and Plan with kind permission of the Greetsiel Community of Interest. Community Plan with kind permission of the Greetsiel is an unforgettable experience. Our booking service has a wide range of accommodation with diff erent types of equipment ready for you. According to your wishes and ideas we will fi nd the right accommodation for you and even more ... When it comes to planning your holiday locally, we are happy to help. We organise guided tours of the town, guided bike tours and bus tours and support you in planning your activities. Whether it’s a visit to an event or a boat trip to the East Frisian Islands, our staff will help you with your booking and are always happy to answer any questions you may have. Map not true to scale not true Map

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