Campen: Discover the lighthouse and cycling route

Campen can be considered for travel planning through three themes: the lighthouse and its views, the cycling route through the Warft villages of the Krummhörn, and the Wadden Sea with its tide-dependent habitat. These themes represent different focuses: a single viewpoint, a longer route, and a natural environment with changing conditions. If you are looking for a hotel for a stay in Campen, you can first decide which focus should shape your travel plans.

The lighthouse: height, climb, and views

The Campen Lighthouse is 65.30 meters tall, built of steel lattice, and Germany’s tallest lighthouse. Visitors can climb 308 steps to the lower gallery. On clear days, the view extends toward Borkum, across the Krummhörn, and as far as Emden. The height describes the structure; the 308 steps show the route to the lower gallery. Public parking is available on Leuchtturmstraße. Opening arrangements may change seasonally; check the current opening times before your visit. Two different conditions are therefore important for planning: clear visibility for the distant views and the applicable visitor arrangements.

The cycling route through the Warft villages

Campen is part of a cycling route of around 43.5 kilometers through the Warft villages of the Krummhörn. From Campen, cycle route signs point toward Rysum and Emden. The route also connects the circular trail with the dike and the Campen Lighthouse; from the lighthouse platform, the view extends across the Krummhörn and the Wadden Sea. The total distance describes the entire circular route, while the signs provide directions from Campen. The distance and signs thus answer different planning questions: How far does the route extend, and where does it go next? Unlike visiting the tower as a single stop, the cycling tour forms a longer connection through several Warft villages. Signage and route directions may be updated; check the current route before setting off.

The Wadden Sea and birdlife

At low tide, the muddy seabed is exposed and serves as a feeding ground for many bird species. The tide and weather affect conditions, so the Wadden Sea landscape does not look the same at every moment. For planning, this is a different factor from the cycling route: the route is around 43.5 kilometers long, while the visible mudflat changes with the tide. If you are interested in this habitat, take the tide into account when choosing when to visit. This makes it possible to factor the connection between the Wadden Sea, the exposed seabed, and the birds’ feeding ground into your travel plans.

Consider the lighthouse and cycling route together

The lighthouse and cycling route can be considered together because the route is connected to the tower. The viewpoint marks a specific place along the ride, while the route establishes the broader connection to the Warft villages and the dike. You can therefore treat the lighthouse as a focus in its own right or combine its views with a ride through the landscape. This depends on the type of trip you want; it does not require a particular order or duration.

Discover more destinations: Pewsum, Eilsum, Loquard, Visquard, Hamswehrum, Upleward, Greetsiel, Rysum

For the overall travel overview: Krummhörn.