Discover Logumer Vorwerk

Logumer Vorwerk combines a historic village center with a Reformed church whose history is linked to the vanished former village of Logum. Some buildings in the historic center are more than 100 years old. Anyone interested in local history will find a clear focus here; the broader destination of Emden adds its own cultural and excursion themes.

The Reformed church and former Logum

The church was built in 1884, after the former village of Logum had already disappeared. The pulpit and bell were brought over from the lost church. The bell celebrated its 500th anniversary in 1995; the pulpit was restored in 1998. The church building thus brings together two periods: its construction in the 19th century and furnishings that come from the church of former Logum.

Village center and character

The historic village center is another point of reference for getting to know Logumer Vorwerk. The area considered jointly as Wybelsum/Logumer Vorwerk includes agricultural and residential use; tourism also plays a role in parts of it. This mix offers a brief overview of the area’s different uses without losing sight of the focus on local history.

When researching accommodation, you can follow the main interests of your trip: in Logumer Vorwerk, the village center and church history take center stage; museums and other activities belong to the broader destination of Emden. This helps distinguish local history from the wide range of cultural offerings in Emden.

Art and history in the broader destination of Emden

The Kunsthalle Emden mainly presents classical modern art and has an affiliated painting school. Dat Otto Huus documents the career of Emden comedian Otto Waalkes: across two floors, visitors can see photos and mementos from his life, his films, well-known props from movies and tours, as well as awards and prizes. Emden therefore brings together different cultural themes, from classical modern art to insights into Waalkes’ career.

The East Frisian State Museum Emden offers insights into art and history across around 2,600 square meters; its art and cultural history collection is considered unique in northwestern Germany. The collection includes the Emden Armoury, with 400-year-old swords, matchlock muskets, and armor that reflect the city’s former weaponry. The Johannes a Lasco Library also adds a historical dimension: founded in the Reformed congregation in 1559, it is considered the oldest library in East Frisia and preserves, among other things, a historic book collection, an encyclopedic collection spanning all fields of scholarship, and the Emden Bible. It also serves as a venue for concerts and conferences.

Museums, water, and seasonal activities in Emden

The Emden Bunker Museum is located in an authentic bunker on Holzsägerstraße. It traces the period from the beginning of National Socialism through the Second World War to Emden’s postwar reconstruction. Informative guided tours in various formats are available for groups, including outside regular opening hours. If you are planning a group tour, check the current options for your preferred date in advance.

The museum lightship Amrumbank has been at Ratsdelft since August 2, 1984. This maritime history museum has the oldest intact lightship engine system; the ship is open to visitors, although access may vary by season. Bookable canal cruises offer another perspective on Emden: the MB “Schreyershoek” travels through the city’s canals, with trips starting and ending at Ratsdelft. As schedules may change, it is worth checking the current timetable before planning. Emden’s canals can also be explored from the water by canoe or pedal boat.

The Emden miniature steam railway is also a seasonal activity: from April to September, visitors can ride small trains around the attraction’s approximately 750 meters of track. For a different view of the region, the Friesenroute Rad up Pad cycle route runs through the city of Emden and twelve municipalities in the Aurich district. It connects geest, marshland, and moorland, and passes many places of interest.

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