Wheel up Pad in East Frisia

"Rad up Pad" means in East Frisian Low German as much as "traveling by bike". Experience the nature of East Frisia and the North Sea coast up close and look forward to the island of Norderney. From the saddle, always accompanied by a fresh sea breeze, you will discover East Frisia. Lush green meadows, the sea always in sight, grazing sheep on the dikes, proudly towering windmills, a lighthouse in view, and untouched moorland characterize the image of your excursions.

Day 1 | Arrival – Meyer Werft – Emden

Departure in the early morning and drive north. In Papenburg, you will make a stop and visit the birthplace of the sea giants at Meyer Werft. Immerse yourself in the world of shipbuilding and experience the labor-intensive production process and the incomparable glamour of the cruise giants up close. Afterwards, you will continue to Emden to the hotel. Check-in and dinner.

Day 2 | Island of Norderney

The bus takes you to Norddeich, from where you will take a ship for about 55 minutes through the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park to Norderney. At the harbor, the guided bike tour begins along the dike and through the dunes to the natural beach Oasis. There will be a break – a swim in the North Sea is possible. From here, you will cycle through the dune landscape to the natural beach Oasis, passing the airfield, lighthouse, golf course, and campsite into the town of Norderney. There will be time at your leisure to explore the island or the promenade and enjoy the sea view. In the evening, return to the hotel and have dinner together.

Bike route: approx. 18 km (easy, with some headwind)

Day 3 | North Sea Coast & Inland

After breakfast, you will travel to the beautiful town of Bensersiel. From here, your bike tour starts along the North Sea coast and on the dike. You will reach Neuharlingersiel, where you will take a short break in the picturesque harbor. Continuing along the quiet coastal passage, you will cycle over Harlesiel to the museum harbor Carolinensiel. There, you have the opportunity to enjoy fish sandwiches or other fish dishes. Numerous historical flat-bottomed sailing boats, surrounded by a backdrop of predominantly typical Frisian buildings, characterize the scene. Through the inland, you will cycle back to Bensersiel via the bear town of Esens. Return to the hotel and dinner.

Bike route: approx. 50 km (moderate, with tailwind)

Day 4 | Through the Krummhörn to Norddeich

Today's route starts from the hotel, and you will cycle through the characteristic East Frisian landscape of the Krummhörn, initially to the charming village of Rysum. There is an opportunity to visit the Rysum Windmill. Cycling along the dike, you will pass the Campen Lighthouse (the tallest lighthouse in Germany) and continue to the Pilsumer Lighthouse (Otto Tower) – one of the landmarks of East Frisia. A short distance further, you will reach the fishing and artists' village of Greetsiel, your destination for a slightly longer lunch break. The historical gabled houses from the 17th and 18th centuries give the place a very special charm. The route continues north to your stage destination Norddeich. Here, the bus is ready for the return trip to the hotel and dinner.

Bike route: approx. 50 km (moderate, with tailwind)

Day 5 | Return Journey

After breakfast, you will begin your journey home with many maritime experiences.

• Travel by modern coach
• Bicycle transport in a special bike trailer
• 4x overnight stays including half board at the 4-star Parkhotel Upstalsboom in Emden
• Welcome drink
• Entry and tour of the Meyer Werft
• Qualified cycling tour guide from
  Day 2 to Day 4
• Ferry crossing including bicycles from Norddeich to Norderney and back
• Tourist tax
• Continuous BOHR cycling support

Program days may be changed due to weather conditions.

The Parkhotel Upstalsboom is located very centrally yet quietly in the versatile port city of Emden. Due to its location, you can still do quite a bit in the evening. It offers amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a restaurant with regional cuisine and bar, as well as a sauna area with relaxation room and rooftop terrace. The friendly, modernly furnished rooms are equipped with a bathtub or shower, toilet, hairdryer, makeup mirror, TV with radio, telephone, coffee and tea making facilities, minibar, and safe.