Oldenburg

Oldenburg is a city in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is a pleasant town with an old center full of restaurants, cafes, and pedestrian streets, between Bremen and the Netherlands.

Travel to Oldenburg

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Oldenburg

The closest airports are Bremen IATA Flight Code: BRE(km 49), Hamburg IATA Flight Code: HAM(km 176) and Amsterdam Schiphol IATA Flight Code: AMS(km 323).

• Bremen Airport IATA Flight Code: BRE : Take tram 6 to Bremen Hauptbahnhof and then change to an Oldenburg Hauptbahnhof train. The trip will take around 1h and cost about 12€.
• Hamburg Airport IATA Flight Code: HAM}}: Take train S1 to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof and then change to a Bremen Hauptbahnhof train and then change to an Oldenburg Hauptbahnhof train. The trip will take around 2h10, and cost about 36€. A direct bus to Oldenburg is available from Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, see details below.
• Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: The train trip has been complicated by the damaged Friesen bridge that will not be replaced until 2024. It is feasible to use a train-bus-train option (around 4h20), or to take a train to Sloterdijk (24 minutes) and then a FlixBus to Oldenburg Hauptbahnhof (4h30). A direct bus to Oldenburg is available from Amsterdam Sloterdijk, see details below.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Oldenburg

Regional services connect

• Oldenburg (Oldenburg) Hauptbahnhof - to surrounding towns.
• Bremen: Transport to other German cities will generally require a transfer in Bremen. There are two direct trains an hour between Bremen and Oldenburg, with travel durations of 30-40 minutes.
• Hamburg: There are three trains an hour from Hamburg to Bremen, with a transfer required to Oldenburg. Total travel durations are 1h40-2h15.
• Amsterdam: There are four trains an hour from Amsterdam, but the trip has been complicated by the damaged Friesen bridge that will not be replaced until 2024. The train and bus combinations will take 4h16-5h30, and can be booked through Deutsche Bahn.
• Groningen: Travel to/from Groningen (generally requires a transfer in Leer (D) and from there on to Oldenburg. Be aware of the border crossing after Nieuweschans. You can't use a Dutch ticket to go to Germany.

By car

You can reach Oldenburg from the A1, A7, A27 and E22 highway.

Travel on a Bus in Oldenburg

FlixBus operate direct buses from the North side of the Long Distance Bus Station

• Hamburg: 7 buses per day (2h25-2h35, 9-20€)
• Amsterdam Sloterdijk: 4 buses per day (4h35-5h10, 17-20€). Advance booking through the FlixBus website is recommended, because it is cheaper and the buses do fill up.{{See also|Intercity buses in Germany

How to get around in Oldenburg

By bicycleOldenburgBergSt - Bergstraße ("Hill Street") in the old town

Oldenburg prides itself on cycling, and has extensive bicycle paths within the town and to adjacent towns. Bicycle rentals are available downtown from Vosgerau Am Damm (6,50€/day), Fahrradzentrum Oldenburg (10€/day), Swapfiets (17.5€/month). The Fahhradselbsthilfewerkstatt (bicycle repair shop) at Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg also rents out bikes at around 20€/month.

By bus

Frequent local buses are operated by VWG, with route and timetable information also available in Google Maps Navigation. You can buy tickets on the bus (2€45), but is slightly cheaper to buy a set of 4 rides (8€20), a day pass (7€) or a multi-day pass.

What to see in Oldenburg

OldenburgChruch - Main church St. Lambert's

• Schloss Oldenburg - Oldenburg Palace - A well-reviewed collection of rooms and art, but the appeal may be limited by the lack of English signage.

• St. Lambertikirche - Built between 1155 and 1234

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Oldenburg

• Oldenburg Film Festival - September

• Schlossgarten Oldenburg - Oldenburg Palace Garden - A 16 hectare public park next to downtown, with curving paths, a multitude of lakes/ponds, and some of the oldest rhododendrons in Germany.

• Bremen is very close, see the "by train" section.

How to work legally in Oldenburg

Carl von Ossietzky University (founded 1973) is an important regional university.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Oldenburg

• Schlosshöfe Oldenburg | The largest mall downtown, with a pay-parking lot and a food court. A good option for rainy days downtown.

• Einkaufsland Wechloy | The largest mall in the area, and the home of one of Oldenburg's largest supermarkets (Famila XXL Wechloy). The mall has free parking, and there are a range of businesses in the surrounding area.

Halal Restaurants in Oldenburg

• The largest supermarkets are Real Stubbenweg, and the Famila XXL Wechloy. Smaller supermarkets include Lidl, Aldi, Penny, Rewe and Aktiv-Irma.

• Arabic Halal shops - Ritterstraße - Near Poststraße towards the downtown. There are 2 Arabic shops where they tend to have more kinds of vegetables and things you wouldn't find in any other normal supermarket. Starting with Cheese and ending with polenta.

• Antalya Restaurant - High end Turkish Halal restaurant, with great ambiance, food and service. A bit of trek (7km) South of downtown but must go and see.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Oldenburg

Oldenburg - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Oldenburg, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Oldenburg. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Oldenburg and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Oldenburg. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Oldenburg. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inOldenburg: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Oldenburg.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Oldenburg: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Oldenburg, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Oldenburg.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Oldenburg, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Oldenburg, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Oldenburg and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Oldenburg, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Oldenburg, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Oldenburg without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Oldenburg is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Oldenburg.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Oldenburg is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Oldenburg, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Oldenburg Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Hermes Hotel - ☎ +49 441 779390

Travel Next

• Bremen
• Delmenhorst
• Groningen — twin city of Oldenburg, across the border in the Netherlands

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