Island hopping in East Frisia

Sand, dunes, beaches and the ocean are waiting for you on three very different islands. Discover Borkum with its offshore climate, the glamorous island of Norderney and Langeoog, car-free and rich of sand dunes. This roundtrip will also show you the beauty of East Friesland’s harbor town Emden, the cozy atmosphere of the fishermen’s harbor of Greetsiel, and the unique flair of Norden and Aurich. And as all that fresh air will surely make you hungry, you will then have the chance to experience the delicious East Frisian cuisine!

1. day  Emden arrival

You will receive some important information and your bikes in the afternooon. There will be enough time to visit Emden with its harbor, the art hall and the Ottohaus.

2. day  Short trip to Borkum

Before even getting on your bikes for the first time, a boat takes you the the biggest island of East Friesland in two hours: to Borkum. The fresh offshore-climate and the island’s whale hunting tradition will surely impress you. Discover the island on its 130 km of bike trails or on 28 km along the white beaches. You will reach Emden again in the afternoon.

3. day  Emden - Norden 55 km

The picturesque fishermen’s village of Greetsiel is your first destination today. You will find there the largest shrimp boat harbor of the Weser-Ems region. You should thus absolutely taste a portion of these really fresh shrimps! Passing the Leybucht, where you might get to throw a glance at the seals, you will arrive in Norden, where the waterpark “Ocean Wave” awaits you.

4. day  Short trip to Norderney

Here you go setting sails once again! Within one hour, a boat takes you from Norddeich to Norderney. The oldest seaside resort of East Friesland’s islands with 14km of sandy beach and impressing dunes is today’s highlight. Discover the sights of the island: The historical spa hotel, the lighthouse, the observatory, the lifeboat shed. In the late afternoon you will get back to Norden.

5. day  Norden - Bensersiel - Langeoog 35 km

This interesting route takes you past a number of castles, so-called former „Häuptlingsburgen“ to the regions most beautiful moated castle in Dornum Crossing the wide marsh area, you will then reach Bensersiel. A boat takes you to Langeoog, the car-free island. You will spend two nights here.

6. day  One day on Langeoog

What a beautiful day lies ahead of you! Experience the sights of the island which was the home of the singer Lale Andersen (Lili Marleen). The dunes of more than 20 metres of hight are unique! Enjoy the flair of the island, the healthy air and relax on your bike trip to the easternmost point of the island as well as during worthwhile breaks and stops to visit museums.

7. day  Langeoog - Emden 65 km

Goodbye Langeoog! With the sun in your hair and the wind in your back you will bike to Aurich, the former capital of East Friesland. Marvel at the historical castle, from where the Eastern Frisian counts used to reign, take a walk around the historical Old Town and let the local mill impress you, it is one of the region’s biggest wind mills. Do not miss climbing the gallery in 17 m of height; from there you will have a phantastic view over Aurich and the surrounding moorlands! The last kilometres will be guided by the Ems-Jade-canal, leading your way to the town centre of Emden almost without meeting any cars.

8. day  Emden Departure

It is possible to book additional nights.