Ihlow is located inland in East Frisia. Westerende-Holzloog, within the municipality, is designated as the geographical centre of East Frisia. Ihlow’s inland landscape comprises canals, wide fields and the Ihlow Forest, which is described locally as the green lung of the area.
Nature
Ihlow retains a strongly rural character and offers a peaceful inland setting for a break from busier places. The surrounding area of Ihlow is home to Hatzumer Sand.
Getting Around
Walking and cycling are well-established ways to experience Ihlow’s landscape; guided cycling tours are offered in the municipality. Local leisure activities include sports, recreation, ecology and spirituality.
The Lower Saxony State Archives, Aurich location, are situated in the surrounding area of Ihlow. In the wider region around Ihlow are Norden Monastery, Bigumer Sand and Havenlicht.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Ihlow can visit the other local pages Ostersander and Neu Barstede.