76 REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT: NORTHERN EUROPE Destination highlights CFIP asks Northern European destinations about the outstanding experiences guests can discover on a journey around the region Harlingen, Netherlands Harlingen is a historic port where the Wadden Sea meets Dutch charm. Guests can step onshore into a lively waterfront, centuriesold streets, impressive warehouses and welcoming terraces, all within easy walking distance. The port offers opportunities for guests to explore maritime heritage, local flavours and surprising boutiques, or to head out to experience the Unesco-listed Wadden Sea. Authentic, atmospheric and refreshingly uncrowded, Harlingen offers cruise guests a memorable taste of Friesland, with the sea, city and countryside connected in one unforgettable compact destination. Heligoland, Germany Cruise guests can discover the magic of Heligoland on a captivating day trip. Admire the island’s colourful historic lobster shacks, known as Hummerbuden, then step into the bunker tunnels to discover its fascinating and turbulent history. Follow the scenic cliff-top path to the iconic Lange Anna, Heligoland’s landmark, while encountering seabirds that breed here and nowhere else in Germany. If time allows, visit the nearby Düne, home to Germany’s largest grey seal colony, for an unforgettable wildlife encounter. Photo: Callum Mitchell Digital Imagery Photo: Destination Karlskrona Photo: Joachim de Ruijter Photo: Till Werner-Koos – Helgoland Tourismus Service/Lange Anna Fraserburgh, Scotland Fraserburgh and northern Aberdeenshire offer cruise passengers an authentic, unspoilt coastal experience, free from the crowds. Step onshore at one of Scotland’s leading fishing ports, then explore the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses, sandy beaches and picture-perfect coastal villages such as Pennan, Crovie and Gardenstown (pictured). Historic castles, abundant wildlife, world-famous distilleries and Scotland’s freshest seafood are all within easy reach of this unforgettable destination in north-east Scotland. Kristianopel, Sweden Kristianopel is a charming former Danish town on Sweden’s southeast coast. Cruise visitors docking at the nearby Karlskrona port can visit the Renaissance village and walk along the remains of its historic town walls, explore picturesque wooden houses and enjoy the atmosphere of this beautifully preserved seaside village. Just a short journey from Karlskrona, Kristianopel offers cruise guests an authentic taste of Swedish history, coastal culture and local charm. It is ideal for guided tours, scenic excursions and memorable experiences beyond the port.
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