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Sunrise

Sunrise at Princess Point

Be at the water’s edge before the sun breaks the horizon.

Best time: sunriseAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 06:07

    Princess Point

    Walk the paths around Princess Point to find a quiet spot facing west. The lake is calm in the early morning and the light is soft.

  2. 06:37

    Princess Point

    Watch the sunrise. On this date the sun rises at 06:37 and sets toward the WNW. The sky will turn bright just before the sun appears.

  3. 07:22

    Grandad's Donuts

    Head to Grandad's Donuts for a warm coffee and a fresh pastry. It is open from 07:00, so you will have just enough time to get there after the light changes.

Local tip

The walk from Princess Point to Grandad's Donuts is about 14 minutes. It is best to go after the sunrise moment so you can enjoy the pastry while the morning warms up.

Check before you go

  • Grandad's Donuts opens at 07:00 daily.
  • Sunrise on 15 April is at 06:37.

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