Better known as "Kaffee Verrueckt" (crazy cafe) by the locals, Kaffee Worpswede is the one of the…read moremain attractions in this former artists commune in North Germany. It is a piece of art in its own right having been conceived by expressionist architect Bernhard Hoetger. Just like Worpswede as a whole, the cafe/restaurant is entirely reliant on tourism. This is reflected by the opening hours which cater for a long weekend starting on Wednesday and closed on Monday and Tuesday - very disappointing when you hope to catch a less crowded glimpse and a more relaxed taste of the menu once the Sunday coach loads have departed ... It is almost impossible to get a table for lunch of afternoon tea without prior reservation, especially since the kitchen was taken over by a renowned chef a few years ago - as a guest you now compete with the regular sightseeing crowd as well as foodies.