Krummhörner Lichtertage
Two weeks of light installations in the fishing village of Greetsiel and the Krummhörn region
About Krummhörner Lichtertage
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An Autumn Spectacle in the East Frisian Lowlands
The Krummhörner Lichtertage utilize the longest autumn nights of the year for a two-week light installation. While other places only gear up for Advent, the Krummhörn offers its visitors an experience in October that marks the transition from golden autumn to the dark season. The concept and execution are in the hands of the Krummhörn-Greetsiel Tourism GmbH, which collaborates with local lighting designers and artists.
Venues along the Krummhörn
The heart of the Lichtertage is Greetsiel – the fishing village, with its compact historic buildings, forms the ideal stage. However, other parts of the Krummhörn are also included:
- Greetsiel – Sielstraße, harbour, twin mills, church
- Pilsum – the famous Pilsum lighthouse with a light installation
- Hinte and other districts – historic 'Warften' (mounds) and churches
- Wattenmeer dyke – selected sections with pathway lighting and light objects
Light Art, Projections, Atmosphere
The lighting design includes classic coloured illumination of historic buildings, subtle light sculptures in prominent places, occasional video projections on larger wall surfaces, and – a special attraction – the illumination of the crab cutters in Greetsiel harbour. The ships are reflected in colourful hues in the water, making every photo automatically a postcard motif. There is a deliberate avoidance of garish effect lighting: the Lichtertage focus on a warm, contemplative atmosphere rather than a loud light spectacle.
Accompanying Programme
In parallel with the light installations, the Krummhörn's gastronomy offers an extended autumn menu. Several Greetsiel establishments serve mulled wine, punch, and East Frisian tea with rum, and some restaurants have special autumn menus. Guided light walks with explanations of the installations are offered on selected evenings. No day tickets are issued – the Lichtertage are freely accessible.
Krummhörner Lichtertage — edition 2026
The 2026 Lichtertage expand on the concept of previous years by adding extra installation locations. For the first time, an extended lighting display at the Pilsum lighthouse is planned, as well as a new light art installation at Greetsiel harbour.
What to see in 2026
- Full illumination of Greetsiel's Sielstraße
- Coloured staging of the twin mills
- Illumination of the crab cutters in the harbour, reflected in the water
- Light art at the Pilsum lighthouse
- Installations in other Krummhörn districts
- Guided walks on selected evenings
Programme Krummhörner Lichtertage 2026
The detailed 2026 programme (locations, walks, special events) will be published by the organiser in October 2026. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
Lighting Locations
- Greetsieler Sielstraße – continuous lighting with warm white and coloured accents
- Greetsieler Harbour – crab cutters and quay illuminated, main attraction
- Greetsiel Twin Mills – coloured illumination of the landmark
- Greetsiel Church – subtle sacred lighting
- Pilsum Lighthouse – light art installation and illumination
- Other Krummhörn Districts – individual 'Warften' (mounds) and historic buildings
Guided Light Walks
- On selected evenings (dates available via the Tourismus GmbH)
- Meeting point typically the Greetsiel Tourist Information
- Duration approx. 90 minutes
- Accompanied by a member of the Tourismus GmbH staff or a lighting designer
Gastronomy
- Extended opening hours for Greetsiel establishments
- Mulled wine, punch, East Frisian tea with rum
- Autumn menus in several restaurants
Highlights Krummhörner Lichtertage 2026
- Greetsiel at night with illuminated thatched-roof houses
- Crab cutters in the harbour, reflected in colour in the water
- Pilsum lighthouse as a highlight outside the town centre
- Guided light walks on selected evenings
- Free admission, family-friendly, romantic autumn atmosphere
Prices Krummhörner Lichtertage 2026
Practical information — Krummhörner Lichtertage
Venues
Greetsiel town centre, harbour, twin mills, as well as other Krummhörn districts (Pilsum, Hinte, etc.). Specific location maps will be published on the tourism website.
Lighting Times
Daily from dusk until approx. 10 PM. Recommended visiting time: from approx. 6 PM, when the full effect of the lighting begins.
Admission
Free access to all light installations. Guided light walks (dates on the website) may incur a small contribution towards expenses.
Getting There
Car via L2/L3 from Emden (Greetsiel approx. 13 km). Several Krummhörn districts reachable by car in 10–20 minutes. Bus connection line 411 from Emden. A car is recommended for a circular tour.
Recommendations
- Warm clothing, as waiting times at individual stations are possible
- Sturdy footwear – Sielstraße is cobblestoned
- Accommodation options in Greetsiel, Hinte, and Emden
- A camera with good low-light capability is worthwhile
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