Neugarmssiel: Siel History and Cycling Routes

Siel history and historic water engineering

You can explore Neugarmssiel through its siel history. The Neue Garmer Siel was built in 1640 along the new dike line near Neugarmssiel. Originally, the Tettenser Tief drained into Harlebucht through a siel gate. The bridge in Neugarmssiel probably marks the location of the former siel structure. This historic water engineering allows you to distinguish between the construction of the siel, the original outflow of the Tettenser Tief, and the only presumed location of the former siel structure.

The Garmser Vorwerk also broadens the historical perspective within the wider destination of Wangerland. A hand-drawn map from 1685 in the castle library of Jever Castle Museum documents the Vorwerk between the present-day towns of Altgarmssiel and Neugarmssiel. This adds a 17th-century cartographic record to the siel history.

Cycle paths and circular routes

A cycling path runs between Jever and Neugarmssiel along the former railway line of the Alte Tidebahn. Another named route is the “Goldene Linie” circular tour: it passes through Neugarmssiel and connects Jever, Wittmund, Berdum, and Tettens. The tour is about 48.2 kilometers long and takes approximately three hours and 13 minutes. Both figures are approximate. The distance helps you gauge the scope of the tour; the estimated duration gives you a timeframe for planning.

The “Goldene Linie” also draws on the historical border issue involving the former Harlebucht and the disputes associated with it between Jeverland and East Frisia. From Neugarmssiel, it continues to Tettens. The circular tour thus links named places with a historical theme.

The Friesland-Nord-Tour offers a different route. The route description from January 2024 goes via Neugarmssiel and Minsen-Förrien to Schillig. Signage and conditions may change, so check current route information before setting out.

More options in the wider destination of Wangerland

For individual route planning in the wider destination of Wangerland, you can use the junction map. It lets you plan cycling tours on more than 200 kilometers of flat paths. As route information may change, check the latest map before planning.

The paths around the Wangermeer in Hohenkirchen offer another focus in the wider destination of Wangerland. Various walking trails invite you to take longer outings and enjoy varied views of the lake’s natural surroundings. A large, round island in the middle of the lake can be reached on foot or by bicycle via a 325-meter-long promenade bridge. The Wangermeer is a habitat for many bird species, including rare ones, as well as a wide variety of fish.

In the wider destination of Wangerland, the Nationalpark-Haus Wangerland in Minsen offers around 250 m² of exhibition space, with multimedia activities that let you experience and discover the Wadden Sea. Other exhibition topics include renewable energy and climate protection. Check the latest visitor information before your visit.

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