The Binz pier on the Island of Rügen, with a length of 370 meters, is the second longest pier on Rügen after the Sellin pier.
The first pier in Binz was built in 1902 as a 560 meter long structure. In 1905, the bridge was already destroyed during a storm flood. After the reconstruction of the pier, it was given the name Prince Heinrich Bridge. On July 28, 1912, a balcony broke under the weight of the numerous visitors while a steamer was docking, sweeping 50 people into the water and killing 17. In the winter of 1942, the weathered bridge was destroyed by ice, wind and waves. In the winter of 1942, the weathered bridge was destroyed by icy conditions, wind and waves.
In 1994, a new 370-meter-long pier was built and inaugurated. Boat trips along the chalk coast are possible from the Binzer Seebrücke, offering a unique view of Rügen's landmark. Depending on the season, the departure times and the frequency of the boat trips vary. A boat trip along the chalk coast in the morning hours is highly recommended. The trip takes about 2.5 hours from the pier in Binz.
