Norddeich Crime and Horror Days
Nine days of readings, crime events, and spooky programming on the East Frisian coast
2026
About Crime and Horror Days Norddeich
Crime and Horror Days Norddeich — edition 2026
The 2026 Crime and Horror Days will continue the successful format of previous years. The program will typically focus on German-speaking crime authors with a connection to the East Frisian region.
What to Expect in 2026
- 10 to 15 individual events over nine days
- Author readings featuring current crime and horror works
- Themed tours in Norden and Norddeich
- Film screenings at the Norden cinema
- Crime dinners with multi-course menus and live reenactments
- Audiobook nights in a cozy atmosphere
Highlights Crime and Horror Days Norddeich 2026
- Readings by German crime and horror authors
- Themed tours through Norden and Norddeich
- Crime dinners with live reenactments
- Film screenings at the Norden cinema
- Atmospheric setting of the East Frisian November coast
Programme Crime and Horror Days Norddeich 2026
The detailed 2026 program will be published by the Norddeich Tourism Service in October 2026. The structure will follow the established cornerstones of previous years:
Typical Weekly Program Structure
- Friday, November 13th – Festival opening with an inaugural reading by a well-known German crime author
- Saturday, November 14th – Crime walk through Norden, evening reading at a bookstore
- Sunday, November 15th – Crime brunch with reading, evening film screening at the Norden cinema
- Monday, November 16th – Special lecture (e.g., on criminalistics), evening audiobook night
- Tuesday, November 17th – Author reading with a newcomer author
- Wednesday, November 18th – Horror film night at the Norden cinema, followed by a discussion
- Thursday, November 19th – Crime dinner with a multi-course menu and live reenactment
- Friday, November 20th – Readings, second film screening
- Saturday, November 21st – Festival finale with a highlight reading and a large author panel
Prices Crime and Horror Days Norddeich 2026
Practical information — Crime and Horror Days Norddeich
Venues
Various locations in Norden and Norddeich (26506). Specific venues will be published in the program.
Dates 2026
November 13th to 21st, 2026. Events spread throughout the week, mostly in the evenings.
Admission
Individual events are ticketed separately. Prices vary depending on the format – typically €10–€25 for readings, €15–€35 for crime dinners, approx. €8–€12 for film screenings. A festival pass for multiple events may be available.
Tickets
Advance sales through the Norddeich Tourism Service and participating bookstores. Online at www.norddeich.de.
Getting There
By car via the B70 to Norddeich/Norden. By train to Norden station or Norddeich Mole.
Recommendations
- Consult the program overview early, as individual events sell out quickly
- Accommodation options in Norddeich, Norden, and on the islands
- Crime books and audiobooks available for purchase on-site
Crime Meets Coast – A Festival with a Concept
The Norddeich Crime and Horror Days leverage a remarkable constellation: Crime and horror are two of the most popular reading and film genres in Germany, and the East Frisian coast, with its melancholic November landscapes, the Wadden Sea, the endless dikes, and the maritime atmosphere, offers the ideal backdrop for engaging with dark, thrilling stories. The event builds upon the concept of East Frisian crime tradition – think of Klaus-Peter Wolf's East Frisian crime novels – and develops it into a multi-day festival.
What the Crime and Horror Days Offer
The program typically includes several formats:
- Author Readings – German-speaking crime and horror authors read from current works, often with a Q&A session
- Themed Tours – "Crime Walks" through Norden and Norddeich, visiting real locations from regional crime novels
- Film Screenings – Crime and horror films at the Norden cinema, often with an introduction
- Audiobook Nights – Cozy evenings with crime audiobooks at atmospheric locations
- Special Lectures – Expert lectures on criminal topics, such as real cases, forensic anthropology, or true crime subjects
- Crime Dinners – Evenings with a multi-course menu and live crime reenactments
Venues in Norden and Norddeich
The events are spread across several locations:
- Bookstores in Norden for most readings
- Norden Cinema for film screenings
- Hotels and guesthouses for audiobook nights
- Restaurants for crime dinners
- Open-air locations for themed tours
- Island churches and historic buildings for particularly atmospheric events
East Frisia as a Crime Region
In the last two decades, East Frisia has developed into one of Germany's most productive crime regions. Klaus-Peter Wolf's East Frisia series about Commissioner Ann Kathrin Klaasen has sold millions of copies for years, and other East Frisian crime authors have established themselves. The Crime and Horror Days tap into this cultural trend, highlighting the region not just as a setting, but as a creative hub for German suspense literature.
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