Janusplatz
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A green oasis in the heart of the island
Located almost in the center of town is Januspark Juist, a green, idyllic park on this island with relatively sparse vegetation. The park is named after the island’s pastor, Janus, who served on Juist from 1772 to 1789 and went down in history as the father of the German seaside resort concept.
In the small green park stands a 1.50-meter-tall clay vessel with a capacity of 900 liters. The clay jug did not always serve as an ornament on Janusplatz: It used to stand in the drinking cure hall, was filled with gravel, and served as a filter. The residents of Juist affectionately call it the “Rumtopf.”
Today, Januspark invites visitors to linger and relax, while also serving as a lively gathering place in the heart of town. Especially during summer vacation, the park is used for various activities. For three weeks, the popular “Pirate Weeks” for children and families take place here from Monday through Friday. In addition, Janusplatz is occasionally used for open-air church services. In this way, the historic square combines the pleasant atmosphere of a green space with the lively community spirit of island life.
At Janusplatz, you’ll find the Lüttje Teehuus and the Inselboutique, both located in restored 19th-century islander houses. A visit here is worthwhile not only for a break or some shopping, but also to get a feel for life in these old islanders’ homes. The fitness trail on Janusplatz was donated to the spa administration by the Juist Foundation in 2013.Characteristics
Directions
Den Janusplatz finden Sie an der Hellerstraße, etwas außerhalb vom Zentrum. Sie gehen vom Rathaus östlich in die Friesenstraße, am Alten Warmbad vorbei, geben rechts die Kurve und stehen schon fast vor dem Janusplatz.
Accessibility
You will find Janusplatz on Hellerstraße, just outside the city center. Walk east from the town hall into Friesenstraße, past the Alter Warmbad, turn right and you are almost at Janusplatz. You can easily reach Janusplatz in a wheelchair. Use of the fitness trail is only possible to a limited extent.
Janusplatz
Janusplatz
Hellerstr.
26571 Juist
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Kurverwaltung Juist
Strandstrasse 5
D-26571 Nordseebad Juist
Kurverwaltung Juist
Kurverwaltung Juist