15 Lieblingsorte in der Gemeinde Apen

Starting in 2017, a new village revitalization plan was developed with public participation from residents. Among other things, residents of Aper were asked to name their favorite spot in the municipality. The goal was to improve the community’s qualities where possible and to make them visible to both locals and visitors. From over 60 nominations, a representative selection of 15 locations was chosen, spanning all neighborhoods and representing particularly popular spots. To highlight these locations and bring them to the public’s attention, signage was deliberately omitted, as a purely informative presentation would not do justice to the emotional value of the various sites. Instead, artistic installations point to the locations and highlight their significance. They were created by the Oldenburg artist Jörg Ridderbusch. All the works are made of steel and reflect the locations where they stand. The material fits well with the community, which has close ties to this material through its ironworks and steel mill. With humor and playfulness, Ridderbusch explores these favorite spots and tells stories.

Some of the artworks feature audio stations where you can learn more about the locations and their significance in an entertaining and engaging way. The best way to explore our beautiful vacation community is by bike—you’re sure to find your very own favorite spot!

https://www.apen-touristik.de/freizeit-erleben/lieblingsorte