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That's why you should camp in East Frisia:

  • Excellent campsites on the North Sea coast and on the East Frisian Islands.
  • A wide range of leisure activities such as mudflat walks, water sports and family excursions.
  • Cultural insights into East Frisian culture and local specialities.
  • Dog-friendly campsites in a beautiful, scenic location.

East Frisia is an ideal destination for camping enthusiasts. The region offers first-class campsites along the North Sea coast and on the picturesque East Frisian islands. Here campers can not only camp close to the sea, but also explore the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site, enjoy water sports and relaxing days on the beach. East Frisian culture, traditional teatime and local sports provide an insight into the way of life. In addition, many campsites are dog-friendly and offer a wealth of leisure activities, including mudflat walks, sailing and culinary highlights with fresh North Sea crab and other seafood delicacies.

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Camping am Deich - Nordsee
Nestled in an idyllic landscape of meadows and fields and separated from the North Sea only by the dyke, Camping am Deich - Nordsee particularly appeals to those seeking peace and quiet. The offer is … Campsite profile page
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Freizeitpark „Am Emsdeich“
The spacious "Am Emsdeich" leisure park is popular with families in particular thanks to its location by a bathing lake and its wide range of sports and leisure activities for all age groups. Thanks t… Campsite profile page

East Frisia offers excellent campsites on the North Sea coast and on the East Frisian islands. Campers can set off directly from here on a hike into the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site, explore the beautiful dune landscapes or jump into the sea for a swim at the beach. The region is ideal for water sports, beach walks and family excursions - whether on foot, by bike or on horseback. Those interested in culture can also learn more about East Frisian culture, the extensive tea parties and the sometimes curious local sports.

Camping in East Frisia: The most important information at a glance

East Frisia is one of the most beautiful and popular leisure and holiday regions in Germany. The North Sea coast and the offshore islands also have a lot to offer campers. There are numerous beautiful campsites along the coast near the Sielorte - the small coastal towns that all end in the name of -siel, for example Neuharlingersiel, Hooksiel, Bensersiel, Harlesiel or Altfunnixsiel.

The campsites are usually located directly behind the dyke by the sea, so holidaymakers can set off for a swim as soon as they wake up. There are also usually numerous options for water sports on site. Camping is also popular on the East Frisian islands. The largest of these are Borkum and Norderney - but the smaller islands are also particularly attractive.

The car-free island of Spiekeroog, which has a fantastic campsite in the middle of the dunes, is an insider tip.

Campers can easily park their motorhome or caravan on a motorhome pitch on the sites along the coast. Of the East Frisian islands, only Borkum and Norderney are open to motorhomes. The other islands are largely traffic-free and are therefore only suitable for tent camping.

The size of the pitches varies from campsite to campsite. However, leisure facilities, sports facilities, restaurants and food outlets are standard. Many campsites also have an outdoor seawater pool and entertainment programmes in the summer months, such as barbecue evenings, bike tours or organised excursions in the surrounding area. A highlight that every camper should experience at least once is a mudflat hike in the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site.

Sailors particularly like to use the campsites on the East Frisian islands or near the harbours on the mainland coast to go on excursions from there. Other popular sports on the long beaches of the North Sea coast are windsurfing and kitesurfing. East Frisia is also ideal for family holidays. Parents with children can visit numerous amusement parks and indoor play halls, go on horseback or handcart rides in the dune landscapes or take a look at the breeding centres for young seals.

Camping with a dog in East Frisia: what you should bear in mind

You don't have to do without your beloved four-legged friend on your camping holiday either. Dogs are allowed on many campsites, and some also have dog-friendly pitches. However, you should inform yourself in advance to be on the safe side.

Dogs are sometimes prohibited on the beaches of the East Frisian coast. The reason for this is the Wadden Sea World Heritage Site with its unique flora and fauna, which are under special protection. Dogs must generally be kept on a lead in the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park. In many cases, dogs are completely prohibited on the dykes, as flocks of sheep often graze there.

On the beaches, the municipalities can decide for themselves whether they allow dogs. However, many places have their own dog beaches, for example: - Norddeich - Schillig - Neßmersiel - Carolinensiel - Horumersiel - Hooksiel - Emden

Dogs are sometimes even allowed to run off the lead here, and there are also off-leash areas on some dog beaches.

The 3 most beautiful campsites in East Frisia

There are many great campsites in East Frisia. Below we present 3 campsites that are characterised by a beautiful scenic location, good service and excellent value for money.

Bensersiel beach and family campsite

Family-friendly 5-star campsite on the seaside directly on the water and with a view of the Wadden Sea. The spacious pitches are on grass and sand, and there is also a tent pitch and sleeping beach chairs. In the high season, the daily children's entertainment programme provides variety, while parents can relax in the nearby "Nordseetherme" adventure pool with sauna world.

Nordsee-Camp Norddeich

This well-kept and large campsite is located a short distance from the centre of the North Sea spa town of Norddeich, directly behind the sea dyke. The campsite has a good restaurant and numerous facilities for games, sports and entertainment. In addition to the pitches, guests can also stay overnight in chalets and wooden cabins.

Spiekeroog campsite

The campsite for anyone looking for something special. Surrounded by the unique nature of Spiekeroog, this fantastic natural campsite is one of the most beautiful sites in the whole of East Frisia.

The facilities are quite basic, but there is a kiosk for everyday necessities, showers with hot water and a toilet block. The site is quite small and is therefore usually fully booked very early. You should therefore book well in advance.

How to get to East Frisia

To get here by car or motorhome, you need to travel far into the north-west of Germany. The A1 and A28 motorways lead to the region from Hamburg and Bremen. The A1 also provides a connection from the Rhineland to the north of Germany. Travellers finally reach East Frisia via Leer and Emden. The seaside resorts can be reached via smaller roads. The B72 takes motorists to the town of Norden and the B461 to Harlesiel.

The eastern part of East Frisia, commonly known as Wangerland, is only a few minutes away from Wilhelmshaven. The city is served by the A29 motorway coming from Oldenburg. The road has a direct connection to the A1 motorway.

From Cologne, the distance to the destination is just under 350 kilometres. If you want to travel from the German capital Berlin to the North Sea coast, you need to plan on travelling 560 km. Travellers from Munich travel just under 870 km north to reach the beaches and seaside resorts of East Frisia. Along the way, campers can visit Hanseatic cities such as Bremen, Lüneburg and Hamburg. The Lüneburg Heath and the Zwischenahner Meer are also impressive.

The most beautiful holiday destinations in East Frisia

Along the coast, campers can stay overnight near the many seaside and bathing resorts with beautiful beaches and the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park right on the doorstep. Excursions to harbour towns such as Emden and Leer are also worthwhile.

Norden

Norden-Norddeich is one of the best-known seaside resorts on the mainland. The small town offers its visitors a beautiful beach and first-class opportunities for mudflat walks. Beach chairs, playgrounds and water sports schools provide plenty of variety. One of the highlights is the breeding centre for young seals. The rustic brick architecture, typical of the north of Germany, is also impressive.

Harlesiel

Harlesiel is one of the many harbours in East Frisia. Formerly important starting points for crab fishing, the communities now serve as seaside resorts and excursion destinations. Many travellers are attracted by the white beaches, which reach far into the sea at low tide. If you feel like it, you can go on a mudflat hike with a local guide.

Norderney

The famous East Frisian Islands are located off the coast of East Frisia. One of the best-known islands is Norderney, where dunes and beaches await holidaymakers. Unlike most of the others, the island is accessible by car and is therefore ideal for camping with a motorhome in East Frisia. The bars on the beach exude a hip, young atmosphere.

Spiekeroog

The small island of Spiekeroog is still a real insider tip on the North Sea coast. The unspoilt island is unusually green and only 18 square kilometres in size. The sandy beach, the dunes and the pretty island village are the perfect places to relax and lose track of time.

Top 5 sights

  • East Frisian State Museum: In Emden, the exhibition shows impressive exhibits on the art and cultural history of the region.
  • Moormuseum Moordorf: The open-air museum offers an impressive insight into the nature of the moor and how people lived in harmony with the landscape.
  • Pilsum lighthouse: With its yellow and red colouring, the Pilsum lighthouse on the East Frisian dyke is one of the region's landmarks.
  • Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park: The mudflats with their unique flora and fauna are protected all along the coast.
  • Borkum's dunes: The westernmost island of the East Frisian Islands fascinates with its vast dune landscape.

Top 2 insider tips

  • Carolinensiel: The old fishing village offers an interesting mix of old maritime culture and modern seaside resort flair. In addition to the beach, the Phänomania adventure museum with many exciting experimental stations for young and old is a reason to visit the village. The museum harbour with several historic ships is also worth a visit.
  • Dat Otto Huus in Emden: Dat Otto Huus is an exhibition dedicated entirely to the work of Emden comedian Otto Waalkes. The museum is full of humour, fantasy and all kinds of absurdities. Of course, the famous Ottifanten, which East Frisia's most famous son once created, are not to be missed.

Tips for activities and excursions

The North Sea coast of East Frisia entices you to spend relaxing days swimming and doing water sports on the beach. It is also worth going on mudflat hikes, cycling trips on the dykes and horseback rides.

Water sports, sailing and other activities on the water

From the coast, holidaymakers can go sailing on the North Sea. Numerous water sports schools from Emden to Norden and Harlesiel offer courses and guided tours. Activities such as surfing and kitesurfing are also very popular. Families like to hire pedal boats or stand-up paddles.

Mudflat walks

The National Park Houses and many private providers take visitors to East Frisia on a hike in the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park. Here you can learn more about this unique habitat on the seabed. Suitable equipment such as wellies and waterproof clothing is usually provided. In some parts of East Frisia, you can even glide across the mudflats on a mud sledge. Caution: Low tide and high tide can surprise even experienced hikers. Under no circumstances should a mudflat hike be undertaken without a guide.

Cycling and hiking on land

There are many cycle and hiking trails along the dykes. From the elevated position, cyclists can enjoy fantastic views over the salt marshes, dune landscapes and the sea. Many visitors also book horse rides at one of the farms.

events

May - June

  • Emden-Norderney International Film Festival: The organisers of the film festival show up to 100 current films from north-western Europe at two locations in East Frisia.
  • Matjestage: In Emden, the last weekend in May is all about herring. In addition to the delicious fish, visitors enjoy the view of 100 traditional ships in the old inland harbour.

July

  • Weekend on the Jade: Up to 400 programme items await locals and guests in Wilhelmshaven. Music awaits visitors on up to seven stages. Historic ships can also be visited.

August

  • Norddeich fishing cutter parade: On the penultimate Saturday in August, a cutter parade delights Norddeich. Shanty choirs also ensure a good atmosphere.

October

  • Gallimarkt: With 500,000 guests, this spectacle is the largest folk festival in East Frisia. The event takes place in October from Wednesday to Sunday and attracts numerous visitors to the tranquil town of Leer. The programme includes music and shows, lantern walks, good food and fireworks.

Gastronomic highlights for campers

Seafood dishes are naturally at the top of the menus in the restaurants of East Frisia. North Sea crabs, for example, are popular and gourmets can pick them themselves while sitting in a beach chair. Alternatively, the small delicacies are available ready-made as a salad and on bread.

Matjes rolls with onions, tomatoes and gherkins are also a classic. The snack can be bought mainly in the seaside resorts along the seafront promenades. There are also numerous restaurants serving light fish dishes. Baked plaice and flounder, grilled mackerel and smoked eel are very popular in these restaurants. The tea rooms of East Frisia are a speciality. Here, guests savour the famous East Frisian mix with cream and Kluntje.

Best time to travel for a camping holiday on the North Sea

Most travellers come to East Frisia to camp in summer. Temperatures rise from May and reach around 21 °C in June, July and August. During the day, the temperatures can rise even higher. The water is up to 18 °C warm during this period.

Many guests also stay in the region in September and October. This is the perfect time to go hiking, cycling or horse riding. The temperatures are also pleasant in April, but campers should bring rainproof and warm clothing and always keep an eye on the weather.

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