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Neuharlingersiel
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The North Sea spa Neuharlingersiel is a community in Ostfriesland. Passenger and freight ferries run from the port up to three times a day Spiekeroog.

background

Aerial view

The place was established when the old Harlingersiel (today Altharlingersiel) was no longer on the edge of the sea due to polders, but moved more and more inland.

In the last few years Neuharlingersiel was present nationwide by broadcasting the local ZDF television series Doctor Martin.

getting there

By plane

The port of Harlesiel bordering in the east has a small airfield from which, among other things, the East Frisian Islands Baltrum, Langeoog, Norderney and Wangerooge are supplied. The Harle Airfield may only be approached by resident companies. Other aviation participants require prior registration and permission from the responsible aviation authority.

The nearest international airport is in Bremen.

By train

The next train stations are in Esens (regional traffic every hour after Wilhelmshaven) and North dike (Norddeich Mole: IC / EC trains off Karlsruhe, above Cologne and Muenster; as well as from Leipzig, above Magdeburg, Hanover and Bremen). From there continue with the intercity buses.

By bus

see also:Long-distance buses in Germany

Flixbus serves the nearby Esens, from there a public bus runs.

Bus connections from Altfunnixsiel, Carolinensiel, Esens, Harlesiel and the north lead to Neuharlingersiel.

In the street

  • From the Ruhr area (south) via the A31 to Emden, then via the B210 to the village Ogenbargen. From there to Esens and then to Neuharlingersiel.
  • From the direction of Bremen A28 Follow to Oldenburg, then continue on A29 (Direction Wilhelmshaven) to Wilhelmshaven Cross. From there it continues over the B210 direction Wittmund. In Wittmund it finally goes over the B461 North to Carolinensiel, there follow the signs to Neuharlingersiel.

By boat

The Spiekeroog I in the port of Neuharlingersiel.

A ferry from Spiekeroog can enter the port a maximum of three times a day. There is also a sports boat harbor.

By bicycle

About the international North Sea Cycle Route from Emden (west) via Esens or from Wilhelmshaven (east) via Jever and Carolinensiel.

mobility

Map of Neuharlingersiel

In the village itself you can easily get around on foot or by bike. The car can safely stay at the accommodation or in a public parking lot. If there are no more parking spaces in the high season, there is still the possibility of parking the car in the Spiekeroog garages for a fee. These are located in front of the eastern entrance to the village and were originally intended for guests of Spiekeroog (motor traffic is prohibited on the island).

Tourist Attractions

A Titanic ship in a bottle in the local museum

The cozy one Fishing port forms the center of Neuharlingersiel. Despite the tidal fluctuations, it is navigable all day. This is possible due to the sewer system. At high tide, water flows inland and is dammed. At low tide, water is continuously drained, which means that there is always water in the harbor basin. In addition to around a dozen cutters, the ferries and pleasure craft stop a little further out. In summer, shanty choirs regularly play their songs on a small concert shell.

In addition to around 60 ships in a bottle (small wooden boats in glass bottles), this shows Bottle ship museum also the history of seafaring and the creation of a ship in a bottle.

  • 1  Bottle ship museum, Am Hafen West 7, 26427 Neuharlingersiel. Tel.: 49 (0)4974 224. Open: mid-March to the end of October daily from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Also: Christmas and Carnival week.Price: adults € 2.00, children € 1.00.

The over 200 year old one Seriemer mill was still active until 1975 and is located about 2 km south of the village. There is a small exhibition in the interior, which can be visited. There is a tea room next door.

  • 2  Seriemer mill. Open: daily 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Sielhof

Today houses the old one Sielhof a restaurant with an attached library, gallery and event rooms. In the 19th century it functioned as the aristocratic residence of the Eucken family and was only sold to the community at the end of the following century. There is a small park around the Sielhof.

  • 3  Sielhof. Price: Free entry with the NordseeCard.

The is located on the west jetty, between the exit from the old port and the dike Rescue shed of the German Society for the Rescue of Shipwrecked People. Inside: The old motor lifeboat ULRICH STEFFENS (III) can be viewed here as well as many other exhibits relating to the DGzRS.

activities

  • Boßeln - There are always opportunities to take part in the East Frisian national sport, which is reminiscent of skittles or bowling.
  • Neuharlingersiel can be a good starting point for bike tours can be used through the hinterland or along the dikes.
  • Mudflat hiking - There are various offers to explore the seabed at low tide. It is even possible to visit the island with an expert guide Langeoog to run. However, this is only possible very rarely and depends on the tides.
  • If you don't want to get your feet dirty, but still want to go far into the mudflats, you can hike the 3 km long pier. At the end there is a small beacon. Tip: Start running at the onset of the ebb, otherwise the water will come towards you again very quickly. If necessary, ask in the tourist information. - Sturdy shoes are recommended.
  • One or more games Mini golf enthusiasts can play on the right bank of the Altharlinger Sieltiefs. The tracks are laid out with artificial turf. No star golf.
  • 1  Mini golf course, Süderweg 4, 26427 Neuharlingersiel. Tel.: 49 (0)4974 290.
  • Interested in Cutter trips should keep your eyes open in port. Several captains offer excursion tours.

swim

The beach with many beach chairs.

The Sandy beach is one of the few on the East Frisian North Sea that does not require entry. You can only swim at high tide. At low tide there are other ways to have fun, including beach games, a large water playground or mudflat walks.

Regardless of the tide, you can splash around or swim laps in the local swimming pool. The sea water indoor pool also houses a sauna and a wellness area.

shop

There are a few boutiques in town. The nearest town with bigger shopping is there Esens. Otherwise there is, among other things, an Edeka and the camping shop in town. There is also a weekly market in the parking lot at the west pier.

kitchen

Restaurants and takeaways are scattered all over the place. Most of the restaurants have gathered at the harbor basin. Snack bars can be found at the harbor and along the dike bordering the beach.

nightlife

Evening mood in the port of Neuharlingersiel

The quaint pub Date, whose name means "13" in High German, is located on the harbor basin.

  • 1  Dattein harbor pub, Am Hafen West 13, 26427 Neuharlingersiel.

accommodation

In addition to many holiday apartments, guest houses and some hotels, there is also a campsite in Neuharlingersiel. It is located west of the Kurhaus directly on the dike. There is a mandatory midday rest on this campsite and most of the pitches are marked out.

  • 1  Year-round camping site Neuharlingersiel, Alt Addenhausen 4, 26427 Neuharlingersiel, Germany. Tel.: 49 (0) 4974 188 900, Email: . With a motorhome parking space including personal fee (2 adults) € 21.00.Open: 01.11. - 31.03 .: Mon - Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 04/01 - 31.10 .: daily 07:00 a.m. - 09:00 p.m.Price: Campsite without a car (not parceled out): HS 3.80 €, LS 2.90 €; Campsite with car (not parceled out): HS 5.80 €, LS 4.90 €; plus tourist tax.

New is a youth hostel that is located on the edge of the village and whose concept is different from that of the usual youth hostels. The DJH Resort describes itself as the first club youth hostel in the world.

  • 3  Motorhome parking space at the east pier, At the east pier. the motorhome parking space can be closed due to the weather. No wind and sun protection.Price: 15 euros / day and guest contribution.Accepted payment types: machine takes coins and bills.

Learn

In the summer there are courses of all kinds in the Kurhaus, comparable to an adult education center.

health

As a designated North Sea spa, it offers many cures and other health services.

Practical advice

A weather station is embedded in the ground in the entrance area of ​​the port. It is worthwhile to consult them before going on mudflat walks or visiting the beach. Otherwise there is a tourist information office in the Kurhaus next to the swimming pool.

A savings bank and a Raiffeisen bank have settled in town.

trips

The beach of Spiekeroog with the open sea in the background.
  • Day trips are available by ferry Spiekeroog possible. There you can swim without muddy mud.
  • A trip is also worthwhile to Wilhelmshaven. In addition to the seawater aquarium, there is also the German Naval Museum and the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea Visitor Center.
  • A tour of the Jever-Brewery in the town of the same name with subsequent beer tasting is often possible on weekends.

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