Why go
- Municipality in Lower Saxony, Germany.
- Served by Norderney Airport (NRD).
History
Baltrum is a barrier island off the coast of East Frisia, in Germany, and is a municipality in the district of Aurich, Lower Saxony. It is located in-between the chain of the seven inhabited East Frisian Islands. Baltrum is the smallest island in this chain by area and inhabitants. It has a land area of 6.5 square kilometres, and a population in (2011) of just over 500 resident inhabitants.
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Norderney Airport (NRD); 8 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 6 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Baltrum-Neßmersiel, 2.4 km); routes include Neßmersiel-Baltrum, Bensersiel - Langeoog, Langeoog - Spiekeroog.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Baltrum, Germany. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.