Krummhörner Lichtertage

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.