Norderney is a beautiful island in the North Sea and a popular destination for tourists. The island offers a diverse range of activities and attractions suitable for visitors of all ages. Norderney presents numerous opportunities for exploration, starting with endless sandy beaches, charming dune landscapes and historic buildings.
The island also offers a wide range of leisure activities such as cycling, hiking and water sports. With an area of around 26 square kilometers, Norderney is one of the second largest islands within the "East Frisian Islands". Several areas in the middle of the island as well as the entire eastern part of Norderney belong to the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park, which together make up 85 percent of the island's area.
History of the seaside resort
The official opening of the island as a seaside resort took place in 1797 and was accompanied by a festive ceremony. Even at that time, the excellent conditions were praised, particularly the ease of access, the coastal landscapes and the health-promoting air on the island. The spa quickly became a vacation destination for the wealthy and nobility when King George V moved his summer residence to the island in 1836. At that time, bathing was carried out in separate zones according to gender. This is clearly demonstrated by the current Ladies' Path and the Gentlemen's Path. The bathing museum provides detailed insights into the historical development and history of the island. It is well worth a visit!
Tourism and island life
There is no doubt that tourism is of great importance on the island, as it is the main source of income for local businesses, their employees and the town of Norderney. Around 590,000 tourists stay on the island every year, with an additional 250,000 day visitors. During the summer, this is a challenge for the island's inhabitants and infrastructure alike. Every year, the Staatsbad GmbH (spa administration) puts together an extensive program with numerous events. In addition to a large number of cultural events such as Summertime, various sporting events are also very popular, which enjoy a national reputation and are known far beyond the borders of Lower Saxony. The White Sands Festival, which is held during the Whitsun weekend, is particularly noteworthy. Young and old alike can look forward to a varied weekend of beach volleyball, surfing and festivities. The Island Triathlon and various running events help to enrich the island with life and variety. The state bath's website not only provides event dates, but also information on how to get there and the possibility of reserving beach chairs and accommodation.
On the website of the Staatbad you will find event dates as well as information on how to get there and how to book your beach chair or accommodation.