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Municipality in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
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Sankt Peter-Ording is in Schleswig Holstein. Owing in part to its exposed position, it is one of Germany's prime destinations for surfing and kite-surfing but also popular with people who enjoy bathing or the unique climate of the North Sea, that is said to be a cure for many ailments, especially respiratory diseases.
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Many different dishes such as burgers, soups and salads.
Cheap delicious fish restaurant.
Traditional Italian restaurant offering a wide selection of pizzas and pasta.
By bus
There is regular public bus service from Husum, which is also the closest major railway junction with service from Hamburg and Kiel.
By plane
The next international airport is in Hamburg (HAM)
The town is small and rather walkable. There is a bus that is included in the price of the Kurtaxe, but chances are, you won't need it.
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Wurster Nordseeküste · Regional · FCN
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