Shipping & Engineering

Shipping has played a central role in the water kingdom of Niedersachsen for centuries - lighthouses have long shown the right way at the coast. Ferries connect all East Frisian islands with the mainland. A leisurely boat trip tempts you on to the lakes and rivers. And in the Papenburg Meyer shipyard you can experience the construction of a cruise liner first-hand. Welcome aboard!

Ferries

Take a deep breath and enjoy the stiff North Sea breeze. Many holidaymakers on the North Sea enjoy the experience of a ferry crossing to the East Friesian islands.

Passenger Shipping

A boat trip is definitely one of the best ways of enjoying the Niedersachsen realm of water. Relaxing on deck whilst enchanting landscapes and picturesque towns and villages glide past.

Meyer Shipyard & Ems Barrier

Many a dream ship has been brought into the world in Papenburg. The Meyer shipyard builds luxury cruise liners in two enormous halls. The ocean-going giants can be almost 300 metres long and more than 12 stories high.

Lighthouses – a Sign of Safety!

Navigational lights along the Niedersachsen coast have been showing ship’s captains the right way for centuries. But these coastal landmarks also have plenty of charm for land-lubbers.