Town in Lower Saxony, Germany
“Many people have left Cuxhaven in recent decades, and many of those who remain are retired, contributing to the quiet small-town ambiance.”
Cuxhaven is a port town and seat of the Cuxhaven district, in Lower Saxony, Germany. The town includes the northernmost point of Lower Saxony. The city serves as a gateway to the nearby Heligoland islands, a tax free zone off the coast of Germany. Cuxhaven is situated on the shore of the North Sea at the mouth of the Elbe River. Cuxhaven has a footprint of 14 kilometres (east–west) by 7 km (4 mi) (north–south). Its town quarters Duhnen, Döse and Sahlenburg are especially popular vacation spots on the North Sea and home to about 52,000 residents.
What it’s like to be here — and what to go and see.
Sunny skies and beach season make for the perfect excuse to relax by the water.
A rough, general read — not a precise guide.
Distances between sights are long enough that walking everywhere isn't practical.
Getting around by buses is possible, but coverage can be thin outside the centre.
Sights are spread out, so having a car makes getting around easier.
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