Niebull is a resort town set between the North Sea and the picturesque countryside. Learn about local history, culture and art at the city’s collection of excellent museums. Outdoor activities like cycling, hiking and birdwatching appeal to nature lovers.
Things to do in Niebüll
Step back in time and learn about centuries-old traditions at the Outdoor Frisian Museum. The museum occupies a beautifully restored thatch-roof church built more than 200 years ago. Inside you can view brightly-painted furniture, gleaming brass cookware and traditional Frisian folk costumes. The Natural History Museum introduces you to the unique flora and fauna of the region. Peer into freshwater aquariums filled with fish and learn about the secret world of bees and honey.
Admire masterpieces by an iconic German painter at the Richard Haizmann Museum of Modern Art. Haizmann lived and worked in Niebull and gained recognition for his abstract animal sculptures. You can also see his works on display at the Fine Arts Museum in Hamburg. Keep an eye out for other events held at the museum, including concerts, workshops and artist talks.
Rent a bicycle and enjoy a leisurely ride along the coast. Breathe in the fresh, salty air and enjoy beautiful views of the North Sea. You’ll cycle past grass-covered dunes, rugged cliffs and historic lighthouses. Keep an eye out for seals basking on the rocks.
The wetlands, marshlands and mudflats around Niebull are excellent for birdwatching. Head to the Hauke Haien Koog nature reserve to spot geese, spoonbills and migratory birds from the Arctic. Be sure to check the tides before you venture out onto the North Sea mudflats.
Getting around Niebüll
Niebull is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot, while rental cars offer the freedom to visit surrounding sights and attractions at your own pace. Trains run between Niebull and Hamburg in 3.5 hours. Hamburg Airport is a two-hour drive away.