Strand Harlesiel is a picturesque beach located in the region of Ostfriesland, Germany. The beach is known for its stunning views of the Wadden Sea and the islands, offering a clean and well-maintained environment to visitors. The sandy shore is a popular spot for sunbathing and swimming, and the air at Strand Harlesiel is noted for its freshness, contributing to the overall appeal of the location.
The beach offers a variety of amenities for visitors to enjoy. During the summer months, visitors can relax in beach chairs and enjoy the services of a beach bar. The beach is also equipped with a heated seawater outdoor pool, which is open from mid-May to mid-September. The pool complex includes a swimming pool, a non-swimmer pool, and a diving tower. For children, the beach offers a large playground, a mini golf course, a soccer field, and a trampoline.
However, during the winter months, the playground equipment, beach chairs, showers, and changing rooms are removed due to the risk of storm surges. Also, the mini golf course, beach bar, and changing rooms/showers are not available during this period. Despite these seasonal changes, the beach remains open year-round.
Strand Harlesiel can be reached by following the directions from Bahnhofstrasse in Carolinensiel towards Schleusenstrasse. The beach is a popular destination, but seating options to enjoy the view are limited, with most being paid Strandkörbe.
Visitors can access the beach for free with the Nordsee-ServiceCard. For those without the card, admission fees apply during the peak season. The fee also includes access to the heated seawater outdoor pool. Holders of the Nordsee-ServiceCard can avail of reduced prices.
Strand Harlesiel amenities include shower and loungers.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
Best restaurants near Strand Harlesiel include Pier10, Heides Hafenkiste, Strandkiosk, Restaurant An't Diek and Carolinensiel.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's attractiveness for a variety of activities such as hiking, sunbathing, and swimming. The cleanliness of the beach and the availability of a large playground for kids are particularly appreciated. However, some visitors complain about the lack of seating options to enjoy the view.
If you're planning a trip to Strand Harlesiel, consider staying in the nearby town of Carolinensiel, which offers a range of accommodations and is just a short drive away. Many visitors also choose to stay in Wittmund, which provides a more extensive selection of lodging options while still being conveniently close to the beach.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 53.7099051 / Longitude: 7.8059831
Strand Harlesiel is located in Lower Saxony. The following map of Strand Harlesiel shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 7.2°C/11.6°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 8°C |
| Sea Temperature | 7.2 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.4 m |
| Rain Chance | 60% |
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| Rainfall | 0.9 mm |
| Rain Duration | 1 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:54/20:09 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 10.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.6 |
| Cloud Cover | 76% |
| Speed | 34.1 km/h |
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| Gusts | 55.1 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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