Norderney was one of the most beautiful places we've been so far. It was amazing to get out of the cities and experience nature! I haven't done that since vet school started, and probably won't get to again for a while. Although the mudflat walk was incredibly arduous, I thought it was really neat once we got going. When you reach dry land, though, no matter what they tell you keep your shoes on! It was NOT 3 km like they told us, and it was NOT warm. Muddy, wet shoes may seem terrible but trust me (and Olaf), naked feet are worse. Olaf and I had a great laugh while trying to keep ourselves going by noting the many similarities between the mudflat hike and the epic journey of Frodo in Lord of the Rings. The lighthouse is NOT GETTING ANY CLOSER! At least I slept well that night :)
The bike tour was also amazing fun. I missed riding a bike since moving to Texas, because it is waaaay too hot most of the time to do anything of the sort. It was cold when we got showered on, which made eating at the restaurant a bit icy for my taste, but it was worth it. I haven't seen views of the ocean and beach that beautiful in a long time. It made me very homesick, but also made me realize the things I truly enjoy, which are being outside and enjoying nature. I am so going to retire there, or at least visit for LONG periods of time! Norderney was a hugely relaxing break from cities and public transit, even if it was the most physically exhausting couple of days we've had.
PS: I don't miss not having decent internet though!
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I agree with you. Norderney is one of the most beautiful places to retire. When I saw the place, I was quite literally stunned by its charming surroundings. This 26.3 sq. km island is a perfect place to retire because of its very relaxing environment. You can just enjoy the peace and quiet, reading a good book or listening to the birds chirp in the air.
[Cara Larose]
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