Discover the jewel of Dangast: holiday tips for the Jade Bay 2025!
Discover Wilhelmshaven and the Jade Bay: Germany's only deep-water port, popular excursion destinations and maritime life.

Discover the jewel of Dangast: holiday tips for the Jade Bay 2025!
The Jade Bay, a picturesque region between the Lower Weser and the East Frisian peninsula, fascinates visitors with its breathtaking nature and diverse leisure opportunities. Germany's only deep-water port, the JadeWeserPort Wilhelmshaven, is located here, equipped with state-of-the-art tanker discharge bridges and a new LNG terminal, which plays a key role in Germany's energy supply prism reported.
The charming village of Dangast, located directly on the Jade Bay, has established itself as a popular holiday destination. Angelika Tapken and her daughter Kea proudly run a campsite on the dike, while the historic spa house is run by Maren Tapken in the fifth generation. Here visitors can not only enjoy the beautiful view of the Jade Bay, but also taste Wolf Becker's delicious Dangaster rhubarb cake. The Kurhaus is particularly in demand at Pentecost, when numerous guests take advantage of the culinary and cultural offerings.
Diverse excursion options
Dangast offers a wealth of excursion destinations for every target group - whether couples, families, seniors or singles, there is something for everyone. Loud Dangast distant view There are 20 attractive excursion destinations and 12 bonus tips to choose from. Highlights include:
- Wilhelmshavener Meeresaquarium: Hier tummeln sich Pinguine, Robben und diverse Fischarten. Ein besonderer Tipp ist eine Ausflugsfahrt auf der MS ‘Etta von Dangast’ zu den Seehunden.
- Naturreservat Jadebusen: Ideal für ausgedehnte Spaziergänge und Fahrradtouren in der unberührten Natur.
- Schlossmuseum in Jever: Ein kulturhistorisches Erlebnis in einer der schönsten Altstädte der Region.
- Kunst am Deich: Skulpturen und kreative Veranstaltungen, darunter der jährliche „Flugtag“ und das „Watt en Schlick Fest“.
A look into nature
The region around the Jade Bay is a true paradise for nature lovers. Moorland landscapes, parks and gardens invite you to explore, while the famous rhododendron park delights with its blaze of color in spring. The National Park House in Dangast also offers exciting insights into the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea and the unique flora and fauna that can be found in this region. Visitors can go on mudflat hikes in the national park or explore the salt marshes, which are home to numerous species of birds, such as Erfurt General highlights.
Another highlight in the area is the old Dangast lighthouse, a popular photo opportunity for many holidaymakers. Those who prefer something more active have the opportunity to use various cycling and hiking trails to discover the breathtaking coastal landscape.
The combination of picturesque nature, cultural offerings and cozy cafés in Dangast makes the Jade Bay an ideal destination for a relaxing holiday on the North Sea. Whether you're enjoying the famous rhubarb cake or taking a trip to the nature reserve - there's something for everyone here!