Experience Emden: Campers from the Rhineland discover the city!
Discover Emden: Insights into a camper trip, local attractions and recommended campsites in East Frisia.

Experience Emden: Campers from the Rhineland discover the city!
Last weekend, an author from Emden was visited by three campers from the Rhineland who stopped with two mobile homes at the parking space at the old inland harbor in Emden. For two of the guests, it was the first trip to the East Frisian seaport city, which has over 1,200 years of history and a variety of attractions such as historic ships and picturesque hiking trails. The two newcomers were consistently positive about the city, even about the construction sites on Neutorstrasse, which shows that they appreciated the range of experiences in Emden. NWZonline reports that…
Saturday morning was initially marked by a planned cycling trip, but the Dutch visitors were determined to first see the fascinating Ottifanten in the Transvaal district, the birthplace of the famous Otto Waalkes. With smiles on their faces, they had their selfies captured with the colorful characters before setting off on the “Three Seas Tour”. This tour was well received by guests and revealed the beauty of the surrounding area.
A short stop in the Ihlow Forest on Sunday morning with a cozy coffee break capped off the weekend before the guests began their onward journey to Aurich. There they found the city to be very pretty, but discovered that the service in a café was not quite as they expected, which led to unrest among the travelers.
Diverse options for campers
Emden is not only an attractive destination for short trips, but also offers numerous options for campers who want to stay in the city and the surrounding area. Campsites in Emden are well-equipped, family-friendly and offer various amenities such as boat and bicycle rentals. However, wild camping is not permitted in Lower Saxony according to the forest and landscape regulations.
Recommended campsites in the region include:
- Campingplatz Großes Meer: Der größte Binnensee in Ostfriesland, geöffnet vom 15. März bis 31. Oktober mit 90 Stellplätzen, Sportprogrammen und einem Kinderspielplatz.
- Campingplatz Knock: Nur 100 Meter vom Knockster Tief entfernt und 900 Meter zur Nordsee, mit 60 Stellplätzen, modernem Sanitäranlagen und Fahrradverleih.
- Campingplatz Ems-Marina: Ganzjährig geöffnet, bietet 200 Standplätze und viele Freizeitmöglichkeiten.
- Campingplatz Klaas Aggen: In der Nähe von Borkum auf einem Bauernhof, mit speziellen Stellplätzen für Zelte und Caravans.
A good knack for sustainability is just as important when camping. The site operators attach great importance to the careful use of energy and water as well as to proper waste disposal to ensure that all campers can live together peacefully. Wanderzauber provides information about…
In summary, the combination of the charming seaport town of Emden, its exciting attractions and high-quality camping options is worth every visit. The Emden author has even decided to become a tour guide for campers in his next life, with a focus on cultural experiences so that travelers can fully enjoy East Frisian hospitality.