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Großefehn

Welcome to Großefehn, Aurich - a destination in the heart of East Frisia. This Travel Guide provides you with all the useful information and travel tips for an unforgettable stay.

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Attractions in Großefehn


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Long Distance Cycling · Ostfriesland
Deutsche Fehnroute
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 158 km
Duration 10:35 h
Ascent 22 m
Descent 18 m

In northwestern Germany, near the North Sea coast and bordering the Netherlands, runs the 173 km long cycling circular route of the "Deutsche ...

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from Ulrich Schmunkamp,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Bicycle Rides · Ostfriesland
Hesel Water Park Route 37 km
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 37.2 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 26 m
Descent 26 m

This route takes you to places with historic pasts up to the present day - welcome to a journey through time.

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from Touristik GmbH Südliches Ostfriesland,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Premium content Difficulty difficult closed
Distance 897.7 km
Duration 210:00 h
Ascent 1,115 m
Descent 1,117 m

The German section of the international coastal trail E9 Atlantic-Baltic alternates between running along the coast and inland without significant ...

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from Hanna Finkel,   Outdooractive Premium
Long Distance Cycling · Ostfriesland
Deutsche Fehnroute - 1st stage
recommended route Difficulty easy Open
Distance 59.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 36 m
Descent 33 m

The journey starts in Leer, with its beautiful old town. In Moormerland, you encounter Fehn culture for the first time. Then continue through the ...

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from Ulrich Schmunkamp,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 657.8 km
Duration 44:20 h
Ascent 515 m
Descent 489 m

Breathe in the North Sea air: Fancy a European cycle route? The North Sea Coast Cycle Route makes it possible. The route leads through eight ...

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Urlaubsregion Altes Land am Elbstrom
Bicycle Rides · Aurich County
Tour 12: How the moor was drained
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 38.9 km
Duration 2:35 h
Ascent 17 m
Descent 17 m

Cycling in East Frisia is a special pleasure! Where else in Germany do fresh North Sea climate, flat natural landscapes, lots of unique culture and ...

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from Ostfriesland Tourisik - Landkreis Aurich GmbH,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Bicycle Rides · Aurich County
Route "Nemesia"
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 19.5 km
Duration 1:18 h
Ascent 7 m
Descent 8 m

Versatile bike route along various canals with diverse landscapes.

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from Tourist-Information Wiesmoor,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Long Distance Cycling · Ostfriesland
Friesenroute Rad up Pad - 6th stage (6/6)
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 51.5 km
Duration 3:25 h
Ascent 25 m
Descent 25 m

On the last stage, the typical Fehn canals with their picturesque drawbridges lead back to Emden.

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from Andreas Polle,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
Long Distance Cycling · Ostfriesland
Friesenroute Rad up Pad - 5th stage (5/6)
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 48.2 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 23 m
Descent 28 m

From Aurich, continue through the town of Wiesmoor - the flowerbed of Lower Saxony - "along the canal" directly into the peatland area of Großefehn.

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from Ostfriesland Touristik - Landkreis Aurich GmbH,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.3 km
Duration 3:12 h
Ascent 4 m
Descent 8 m

The 3rd stage starts in Hesel. The hiking trail leads you past the park at Gut Stikelkamp, the Bagband mill, and some barn post sculptures set up ...

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from Caroline Pupelis,   Ostfriesland Tourismus
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Geographically, Großefehn is located between the cities of Leer and Aurich. The region is characterised by a unique landscape, which is characterised by its numerous canals and canals. Here you can take a boat trip or simply stroll along the banks.

The town's tourist attractions are many and varied: visit the historic Evenburg Castle with its magnificent gardens or admire the impressive architecture of the water tower in Bagband. The Moor Museum in Moordorf is also worth a visit.

Cultural highlights are also in abundance: in summer, the popular music festival "Ostfriesland Open Air" attracts thousands of visitors, while in winter, the Christmas market is a cosy place to be. For art lovers, a trip to the Künstlerhaus Hooksiel or the Kunstmuseum Norden is worthwhile.

But Großefehn also has many a culinary highlight to offer! For example, try the famous East Frisian tea or enjoy fresh crab rolls directly from the harbour in Norddeich.

For outdoor activities, spring to autumn is particularly suitable: whether cycling on one of the numerous cycle paths, hiking in the forest area "Heseler Wald" or a game of golf on the 18-hole golf course in Wiesmoor - there is something here for every taste.

And what to do when it rains? No problem! Visit the Ocean Wave adventure pool in Norddeich or take a trip to the cinema in Aurich. A visit to the indoor playground "Spielscheune Lütje Land" also makes children's hearts beat faster.

Where is the most beautiful? That depends on your personal preferences, of course. But one thing is certain: the region around Großefehn offers you unforgettable nature experiences and relaxing hours far away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

In short: a stay in Großefehn, Aurich is definitely worth a trip!

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Reviews

  • May 24, 2025
    Harald Aden 
    Für Fahrradfahrer sowie für Wanderer ein Erlebnis
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    Written May 24, 2025
  • May 02, 2023
    Margret Meinen
    Eine sehr schöne Streckenführung, zum großen Teil auf befestigten Waldwegen und auf dem Ostfriesischen Wanderweg/ auf der alten Bahntrasse Leer-Norden. Die Strecke ist auch gut im Sommer zu fahren, da sie durch Waldgebiete führt oder der Weg im Schatten der Bäume und Sträucher liegt. Rastplätze sollte man nach Möglichkeit nutzen, sobald sie sich anbieten, sie sind nicht so häufig. Ein sehr schöner ist in Klein-Hesel angelegt worden, mit einem Spielplatz.
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    Am Königsweg in der Nähe von Brinkum
    Photo: Margret Meinen, Community
    Written May 02, 2023
  • August 02, 2020
    Willy van Dalen
    August 02, 2020
    Wonderbare weite Landshaft mit schone aussichten und pittoresk en dorfer
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    Written August 02, 2020
  • October 24, 2019
    Uwe Bellmann
    Wunderschön und entspannend
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    Donnerstag, 24. Oktober 2019 16:15:54
    Photo: Uwe Bellmann, Community
    Written October 24, 2019
  • July 31, 2015
    Johann Friedrich Müller
    Nette Tour, empfehlenswert
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    Written July 31, 2015

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