Stroll along the Alte Liebe
Cuxhaven-Mitte 1.5 hrs
Watch ships pass by from this historic pier and viewing platform.
Where to stay
Hotels in Cuxhaven
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
German and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
2–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Duhnen
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Round up or 5-10% for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Fischbrötchen
Labskaus
Matjes
Krabben
When to visit Cuxhaven
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan20
Cold, grey, windy
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Feb25
Chilly, often damp
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Mar35
Cool, spring arrives
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Apr50
Mild, pleasant days
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May70
Warm, sunny, calm
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Jun85
Warm, long daylight
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Jul90
Peak warmth, sunny
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Aug90
Warm, ideal beach
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Sept75
Mild, less crowded
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Oct55
Cool, autumn colors
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Nov30
Cold, damp, grey
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Dec25
Cold, festive mood
Things to do in Cuxhaven
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the afternoon
2 places
Visit Schloss Ritzebüttel
Cuxhaven-Mitte 1.5 hrs
Explore the historic moated castle, Cuxhaven's oldest building.
Any time of day
5 places
Explore the Wadden Sea National Park
Sahlenburg 3 hrs
Walk across the UNESCO-listed mudflats at low tide.
Visit the Kugelbake
Döse 1 hr
See Cuxhaven's iconic wooden navigation mark at the Elbe estuary.
Relax on Duhnen Beach
Duhnen 4 hrs
Enjoy the wide sandy beach, beach chairs, and North Sea activities.
Discover Windstärke 10 Museum
Cuxhaven-Mitte 2.5 hrs
Immerse yourself in Cuxhaven's maritime history and fishing industry.
Enjoy Ahoi! Bad Cuxhaven
Duhnen 4 hrs
Have fun at the indoor/outdoor water park with sea water pools.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Cuxhaven
Straight-line distance from the centre of Cuxhaven.
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