Seehafenstadt Emden

Emden looks back on more than 1,200 years of history, which is closely tied to its seaport. To this day, the water shapes the cityscape and character of this East Frisian port city. Anyone who wants to get to know Emden better can gain fascinating insights into the city’s history, architecture, and daily life on a guided city tour.
Culture enthusiasts will find a wide variety of offerings in Emden: from modern art to maritime history to fascinating insights into regional history—there’s something for everyone here.
At the Kunsthalle Emden, rotating exhibitions showcase exciting works from the 20th and 21st centuries. The Ostfriesisches Landesmuseum, located right in the city center, invites visitors to discover an art and cultural history collection—unique in the Northwest—spanning nearly 3,000 square meters. Right next door, in Ratsdelft, are the museum ships: On the “Georg Breusing” Sea Rescue Cruiser and the “Amrumbank Deutsche Bucht” Museum Light Vessel, you can experience technology, navigation, and maritime history up close.Also located in the heart of the city is the Johannes a Lasco Library—the oldest library in East Frisia.
If you’d like to learn more about Emden’s contemporary history, be sure to stop by the Bunker Museum. And Otto fans shouldn’t miss “Dat Otto Huus”—the humorous epicenter of the comedian of the same name.
Exploring Emden from the water is also a special experience. You can discover the city on a canoe or pedal boat ride along its numerous canals. Those who prefer a more relaxed pace can enjoy a harbor or canal cruise and experience Emden from a whole new perspective.
Whether it’s art, history, culture, or sports—Emden offers the perfect experience for every taste.