Easy hikes and walks around Cuxhaven

The Döser Strandbereich is a family-friendly beach area on the North Sea. Döse is a charming district of Cuxhaven, where maritime tranquility meets lively family fun. Where the wide sandy beach gently slopes into the sea and the Elbe estuary fascinates with passing ships, you will find the perfect mix of nature, relaxation, and adventure. This place is known for its harmonious combination of beach, spa park, and the busy ship traffic on the Elbe. The wide sandy beach with shallow water offers not only safety for children but also an incomparable view of the Elbe estuary with passing ships. Here you can watch ships passing on the world shipping route and enjoy the proximity to the Kugelbake, the landmark of Cuxhaven. You can experience the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Wadden Sea up close here. Absolutely recommendable and interesting at the same time 👍🏼. A great excursion destination for everyone.

Homemade cakes and pies are highly recommended here. You can enjoy a great break here.

The transporter bridge in the Cuxhaven district was put into operation in 1909. After a bridge was built nearby in the 1970s, it became redundant for regular traffic. Volunteers campaigned to keep it running for pedestrians, cyclists, and small vehicles – and they succeeded: This year, the support association, which has since also founded the "FährStuv" museum, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The transporter bridge has developed into a major tourist attraction over the past decades, says Brinkmann.

Suspension ferry: There are only a few suspension ferries worldwide. There used to be 20, today there are only eight left. Which are still in operation as a means of transport. The oldest in Germany is located on the Oste in the municipality of Hemmoor. The Hemmoor support association, founded in 1975 and with around 250 members today, takes care of its operation and maintenance.

The ferry is not a ship, but a vehicle that travels across a body of water suspended from a fixed support structure. According to the supporting association, there are only eight transporter bridges left in the world. In Germany, another normally operates in Rendsburg across the Kiel Canal. However, due to a technical defect, it will be out of service until at least the end of July, according to the operator. Other such structures exist in Argentina, France, Great Britain, and Spain, according to the World Association of Transporter Bridges.

Beautiful, old historic houses are located here on the dike in Osten. A trip with the ferry is recommended. 👍🏻 Some hiking and cycling tours can be enjoyed and undertaken here.

Duhnen is Cuxhaven's most famous seaside resort. Founded in 1902 from a fishing village, Duhnen is now Cuxhaven's most famous seaside resort. From luxury hotels to campsites, and from Michelin-starred restaurants to snack bars, all your holiday wishes can be fulfilled here. Sunbathing on the beach, walks along the sea, hikes in the mudflats, strolling along the beach promenade, leisure activities at the adventure golf course and the playground at the Duhnen roundabout, horse racing on the seabed, enjoying culinary delights from the kitchen and cellar, walks in every season – that's Duhnen. Simply the refined and wonderful way to enjoy life. As early as 1904, Duhnen was a popular seaside resort for its guests. In summer, clothing-optional bathing is also permitted on the designated nudist beach in Duhnen.

Cuxhaven (Duhnen) is a beach with a promenade, perfect for sunbathing, walking/hiking, and swimming (at high tide). It's part of the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea and offers many recreational opportunities such as mudflat hiking, beach volleyball, and the unique Duhnen mudflat races. The beach also features restaurants, shops, and a nudist area. Activities on the beach: Sunbathing in a beach chair or strolling along the long promenade. Water sports and games. There are beach volleyball courts and shallow water for swimming. At low tide, you can walk far out into the mudflats or participate in guided mudflat hikes. The Duhnen mudflat races, where horses race on the seabed, are a special event here in Duhnen. The nearby ahoi! Thalasso Center offers treatments using seawater and mud. A fitness studio has also been located at ahoi! for some time.