Small but important. That's Helgoland, a small island in the German North Sea. This cluster of two small islands covering an area of less than 2 square kilometers has a strategic function. Some nations had become the rulers here in the past. Located about 70 kilometers from mainland Germany, at present, Helgoland is the only tax-free shopping place in the country.
Making use of inexpensive walks from the campus in Bremerhaven, family travelers have visited Helgoland mini-island four times. All four have their own impression.
Green land, red color of the cliff, and white color of the sand. Thus people describe the colors on this tiny island. Describe the red color of the rock cliffs that are his trademark, the expanse of green grass on the main island, and the white sand on a small island known as Duene.
Helgoland is one of the favorite tourist destinations in Germany. Every year, this tiny island is visited by no less than 600 thousand people. In summer, most of them arrive by ferry from several cities on the North Coast such as Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Cuxhaven, and Husum. In winter, the island can only be reached by special aircraft and ferries.
All who want to enjoy an unforgettable experience down the north coast can use special passenger ferries, before reaching the horizon of this red-clipped island. The Atlantis ship transports travelers from Bremerhaven to Helgoland for example. This ship can accommodate up to one thousand passengers every day. The ship functions seven days a week from May to September. Inside there is a restaurant, children's playground, and a small souvenir shop.
Arriving at the port, the travelers were greeted with a different atmosphere from mainland Germany. The shape of the houses in Helgoland is more Scandinavian. Fresh breeze blows every visitor. No wonder, because Helgoland did not recognize environmental problems. The air is the cleanest in Germany. On this island, motorized vehicles are prohibited from functioning. That there is a battery-powered vehicle.
Since time immemorial, Helgoland is famous as a sea bathing place. Allergy sufferers do a lot of rest on this island because the air is clean. Previously, some islanders were searching for fishers and boat captains. At present, most of the population of around 1650 people live from the tourism sector.
Helgoland consists of two small islands of 1 and 0.7 square kilometers, respectively. The natural connection of the two islands was destroyed by a storm in 1720. Today, the two are connected by small ferries. The main island consists of two levels, lower and upper land, with a height difference of about 60 meters. The lower land is filled with hotels, inns, restaurants and various shops. There is also a post office here, a town hall and a museum. The upper mainland is filled with shops and homes of local residents. The small island called Duene has a small airstrip and is a place for bathing and sunbathing.
This tourist destination island has many things to enjoy. Starting from the beauty of nature, flora and fauna, to places of shopping tax free. Helgoland prepares itself as a four-season tourist island. In spring and fall, the whole island is full of attractions for bird movement. Even in winter, areas with the highest levels of oxygen and iodine in Germany are perfect for those who want to stay in the sea.
The standard daily visitor activity is usually a one-way tour of the top of the island, eating fish sandwiches, and using the remaining time for shopping. Walking around the island is one of the favorite activities of visitors. If you want, you can even go for a walk while learning the history of Helgoland by reading the writing on 16 numbered stones scattered around the island. The most preferred route is the road on the east side of the island, through the marine fauna aquarium and an old research center named Biologische Anstalt Helgoland. The road is made of double-functional concrete. Good for pedestrians and cars. On both sides looked flower garden or grass. On the left side of the road lined inn with bright colors. Blue, green, red. Refreshing eyes.