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First, take a loop around the island, then relax in a beach chair

Cycling holiday East Frisia island hopping

Name: Happy Cycling Holidays
Address: Hengelosestraat 300a, Enschede, Nederland, 7521 AN
Telephone: +31 (0)53 430 34 35
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Beach chairs and seagulls, farm manure and windmills, crunching shell paths and quiet country roads... The German Wadden Islands are rich in atmosphere, making cycling here even more diverse. From the small island of Borkum to the car-free Langeoog. » read more about Cycling holiday East Frisia island hopping

Emden, Borkum, Norderney, Langeoog
UNESCO World Heritage
Beaches with seals

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Cycling holiday
Trekking tour
8 days
Individual

from 1185 p.p.
excl. additional costs

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from 1185 p.p.
excl. additional costs

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Van alles Wad

Which sailor lies in bed with Nanni? A mnemonic to help remember all the German islands (from east to west): Wangerooge, Spiekeroog, Langeoog, Baltrum, Norderney, Juist, and Borkum. Some of these islands are car-free, like Langeoog, which makes cycling particularly relaxing. First, take a tour around the island, then sink into a beach chair and surrender to the slow pace of life.

Variety

For six days, you cycle starting from Emden, visiting the three islands Borkum, Norderney, and Langeoog. On the mainland, you’ll explore the harbor town of Greetsiel and the church tower of Suurhusen, the most tilted tower in the world—leaning even more than the famous one in Pisa. Further north, you’ll discover Lütetsburg Castle and the harbor town of Bensersiel. After Langeoog, the historic center of Aurich awaits. In short, this is a diverse journey with dunes, beaches, forests, meadows, historic towns, and majestic castles.

Langeoog

Tea in Norden

Norden, with its charming 17th and 18th-century buildings, was once an important port town. In the old town hall, the Ostfriesisches Teemuseum displays various tea sets. Starting in the 18th century, tea became a significant trade commodity passing through the region. This led to the development of a rich tea culture. You can enjoy a cup of Darjeeling Himalaya at the former bus depot, now Café Am Markt.

Criminally Beautiful Greetsiel

The 17th-century gabled houses, charming cobblestone streets, and the over six hundred-year-old harbor attract many visitors. With its car-free center, Greetsiel resembles a museum village. But appearances can be deceiving, as the locals still earn their living by catching the finest shrimp. A must-try. The creators of the German crime series Tatort also recognized the appeal, often setting up their cameras here due to the fantastic backdrop.

Greetsiel

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A Unique Cycling Journey Through the German Wadden Islands
This special cycling tour, which starts and ends in Emden, introduces you to the German Wadden Islands—a paradise for cyclists. Borkum, slightly smaller than Schiermonnikoog, and Norderney have long been known as spa resorts and are therefore quite touristy. The car-free Langeoog exudes tranquility. There’s plenty of time to enjoy the beaches, with seals on the island's eastern side. In between, you cycle through the German Ostfriesland, a region renowned for its unique tea culture.

The Wadden Sea is the largest contiguous natural area in Western Europe. With its abundant fish and shellfish, it serves as a “rest stop” for millions of migratory birds. There are notable differences between the Dutch and German Wadden Islands, such as Borkum, Norderney, and Langeoog. It’s a delightful experience to discover them.