Places where you can find amber

If you are looking for amber, you should definitely make a detour to the stretch of beach at Binz auf Rügen. Rügen is generally regarded as one of the classic places to find amber on the German Baltic coast - so the chances of finding it here are good. The beach near Binz is very well equipped and easily accessible, but if you're looking for some peace and quiet, it's worth heading to one of the less busy sections.

Especially after a storm, the best time to go is early in the morning and search the beach at your leisure. Pay attention not only to the area directly at the water's edge, but also to the areas higher up and the fringes – this is where the most beautiful finds are often hidden.

At a glance:

• Section of beach near Binz
• Coordinates: Approx. 54.406647, 13.605197 (Binz)
• Why good: Rügen is mentioned as a typical place where amber can be found.
• Train & tip: The beach near Binz is well equipped – but choose quieter sections if necessary. Leave early after a storm
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• Note: Pay attention to areas higher up and to the fringes, not just right by the water.

If you are looking for a promising place to find amber, you should take a closer look at the northern part of Fischland. This region is often highlighted as one of the best places to find amber in the whole of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - so your chances are particularly good here.

The coastal section is partly natural, which adds to the charm of the area, but also requires some preparation: It's best to wear sturdy shoes and check the weather before you set off on your search. Be careful not only to search the sand, but also the seaweed, small pieces of wood and stones - that's where the golden yellow pieces often get caught. The visit is particularly worthwhile after a stormy night, when the wind and waves have brought new treasures to the beach.

At a glance:

• Coordinates: approx. 54.47745657160602, 12.503486563934388 (northern part of Fischland)
• Why good: This region is mentioned in specialist articles as one of the best places to find them in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern 
• Accessibility & tip: The coastal area is partly natural – good footwear & weather check advisable. Search for seaweed, logs and small stones.
• Note: Weather and wind play a major role here – stormy night before increases the chance.

If you want to try your luck at amber hunting, a visit to the Kühlungsborn coastline is also worthwhile. Although this section is not mentioned as often as other well-known sites, the entire coastline of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is known for the fact that amber is always found after storms.

The local infrastructure is good, there are several beach access routes, so you can get off to a comfortable start. It's best to set off directly after a storm early in the morning and keep a lookout in the spill area - that's where the small debris often collects. As this is a popular tourist beach, it is advisable to set off early or move to the outskirts so that you can search in peace.

At a glance:

• Coordinates: approximately 54.154548, 11.760368
• Why good: Although not as prominently named as the others, Küstenlinie Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is generally cited for having amber after storms.
• Train & Tip: Good infrastructure, beach access available. Leave early right after the storm – search the coastline.
• Note: As a popular tourist beach: leave early or avoid the peripheral areas.

If you want to find amber, the so-called „Bernsteinbäder“ such as Zempin, Koserow or Loddin on Usedom are particularly interesting. This region is often mentioned as a good place to look for amber, especially after spring or fall storms. The area is easily accessible by car or train, so you can set off without any problems. It's best to set off early in the morning and pay particular attention to the swell, especially when the sea is calm after a storm. As the beaches here are popular with locals and holidaymakers, it's worth starting early and exploring quieter stretches of beach to get your bearings in peace.

At a glance:

• Koordinaten: ca. 54.07239370856023, 13.953838817788656 (Zempin)
• Trainänglichkeit & Tip: Easily accessible by car or train (Usedom). Set off early in the morning, enjoy the fjord – especially when the sea is calm after a storm.
• Note: As there are many people on the beach: be early and explore quieter sections.

If you want to collect amber, it is worth visiting the cliff between Wohlenberg and Tarnewitz near Boltenhagen. According to one source, this approximately 3 km long stretch of coastline is considered an Eldorado for amber finds after autumn storms, especially in the sea grass directly at the water's edge. The beach is easily accessible from the town of Boltenhagen, so you can get off to an uncomplicated start. It's best to set off immediately after a strong storm early in the morning and search through the water's edge, including the dunes, driftwood and seaweed. Pay attention to wind direction and current – the stronger the wind blows in the sea, the better your chances of finding the golden treasures.

At a glance:

• Coordinates: approx. 53.982, 11.232 (Höhe Tarnewitz)
• Why good: This approximately 3 km long section is an „Eldorado“ for amber finds after autumn storms – especially in the seagrass directly at the water's edge. 
• Trainänglichkeit & Tip: The beach is easily accessible from the town of Boltenhagen. After a strong storm, start early in the morning to check the fringes (dunes, driftwood, seaweed).
• Note: Pay attention to the wind direction and dune – if the wind is blowing strongly in the sea, the chances increase.