Discover and understand nature

Over 30 experience centers offer fascinating insights

A stag wades through the shallow water at sunrise, surrounded by reeds and a group of cranes in the background.
Two children and a woman are sitting on a tree trunk in a forest in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, attentively observing nature.
The Skywalk in the Königsstuhl National Park Center with a view over the chalk cliffs and the Baltic Sea on the island of Rügen.

More than 30 adventure centers in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern offer fascinating insights

Discover the beauty of nature in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern! Here you can experience untouched landscapes, expansive national parks and unique coastlines with natural beaches. In the various nature experience centers you can experience a wide range of nature experiences for all tastes and ages. Whether birdwatching, cycling, hiking or simply relaxing hours in nature, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has something appealing to offer for every nature lover.

Three national parks, three biosphere reserves and seven nature parks preserve a fabulous world of flora and fauna. If you want to immerse yourself in this realm of nature, the best place to start is at one of the unique nature experience centers.

See nature with different eyes

Fossilized hedgehogs, trees shivering in the wind and wandering dunes - just like the ones you see in our film - this is how Mecklenburg-Vorpommern welcomes its guests. But you can also marvel at the wonders of nature in all other regions of the vacation state.

In over 30 adventure centers, young and old explorers learn to see this fascinating nature with different eyes. In the interactive exhibition at the Müritzeum, the huge screens in the entrance area of the multimedia museum bubble and rustle before taking visitors on a discovery tour through the habitat of storks and marbles over a total of 2,000 square meters.

The path at the Naturerbe Zentrum Rügen leads from the bottom of the lake up to lofty heights: in addition to a spectacular view from the treetop path, visitors can expect a multimedia adventure exhibition and numerous hands-on opportunities in one of the center's craft workshops.

In the National Park Center Königsstuhl, you can visit the adventure exhibition and enjoy a unique view of the Baltic Sea and Rügens Kreideküste from the Skywalk Königsstuhl. Discover unique aquarium landscapes at the Ozeaneum in Stralsund and experience exciting insights into the life of brown bears on a forest hike at the Bärenwald Müritz conservation center.

If you want to know what makes nature tick, theexperience centers are the right place for you.

The experience centers show what makes nature tick

Nature experience tips at a glance

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  • MÜRITZEUM - The NatureExperienceCenter in Waren (Müritz)

    • Open today
    • Zur Steinmole, 17192 Waren (Müritz)

    The Müritzeum shows the beauty and special features of the Mecklenburg Lake District and the Müritz National Park in an interactive exhibition. In Germany's largest aquarium landscape for native freshwater fish, you dive under the water surface of the 1000 lakes.

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  • Moderne Museumsarchitektur trifft auf hanseatisches Erbe: Das Ozeaneum am Stralsunder Hafen verschmilzt mit historischen Backsteinbauten und Segelschiffen zu einer einzigartigen Silhouette. Im Abendlicht leuchtet die UNESCO-Welterbestadt in warmen Farbtönen. Hier lässt sich maritime Geschichte hautnah erleben – vom Museumsdeck bis zur Hafenpromenade. // © Francesco Carovillano

    OZEANEUM Stralsund

    • Open today
    • Harald-Lastovka-Platz (ehemals Hafenstr. 11), 18439 Stralsund

    With its five exhibitions and 46 aquariums, the OZEANEUM Stralsund invites you on an extraordinary underwater journey beneath the northern seas. Visit Humboldt penguins on the roof terrace, "Niki" the female sand tiger shark in the 2.6-million-litre pool "Open Atlantic" and the giants of the sea - real life replicas of whales.

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  • Im Westportal der Kirchenhalle empfängt die imposante multimediale Inszenierung einer Jagd auf einen Sardinenschwarm die Gäste. // © Anke Neumeister/Deutsches Meeresmuseum

    SEA MUSEUM Stralsund

    • Open today
    • Bielkenhagen, 18439 Stralsund

    The MEERESMUSEUM in Stralsund's old town is currently closed. The museum is expected to open in 2024 after extensive modernization work.

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  • Die Ausstellung in Waase zeigt Flora und Fauna des Nationalparks Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft // © Stephan Macke

    National Park exhibition “Insel Schatz Ummanz“ in Waase

    • Neue Straße, 18569 Waase/ Ummanz

    The little village Waase, located on the isle of Ummanz, combines the scenic indentation and the island and timbered idyll. The visitor information and a small national park exhibition are combined under the thatched roof of the ”Alte Küsterei”. The colourful diversity of the isle of Ummanz and the national park represent the main focus of the small exhibition that has been renewed in 2018.

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  • NATUREUM and lighthouse Darßer Ort

    • Open today
    • Darßer Ort, 18375 Born am Darß

    The NATUREUM as a natural history museum in the National Park of "Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft" is located on the peninsula Darß near Prerow directly at the accessible lighthouse Darßer Ort and is one of several locations of the German Oceanographic Museum. Here, the diversity, dynamics and need for protection of the unique Darß landscape are presented in particular.

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  • © Stadt Neustrelitz

    National park visitor centre in Neustrelitz

    • Open today
    • Strelitzer Straße, 17235 Neustrelitz

    Accommodation bureau, event service, sale of touristic relevant articles such as bike and hiking maps, picture postcards, illustrated books, guided city tours (including climbing the tower of the city’s cathedral), awarding touristic fishing licences

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  • © Katrin Köppen

    National park house on Hiddensee

    • Open today
    • Norderende, 18565 Vitte/Hiddensee

    "Veränderung" (change) is the title of the exhibition in the visitor information centre of the National Park “Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft” and hardly anything could be more appropriate for the island of Hiddensee, which is constantly growing and changing due to the forces of nature.

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  • Besucherinformationszentrum und Stadtinformation im Klaus-Bahlsen-Haus // © J. Bengs

    Visitor centre of the Nature Park “Insel Usedom“

    • Open today
    • Bäderstraße, 17406 Usedom

    The island of Usedom is one of the areas with the most bird species in Germany. Overall, more than 280 species have been observed, 150 of them also brood here. 11 kinds of raptors regularly brood in the nature park, one of them is the sea-eagle. The visitor centre of the island of Usedom is located next to the information centre of the city of Usedom on the ground floor of the “Klaus-Bahlsen-Haus”. The visitor centre could only be built and furnished with the aid of the great commitment and the generous support of the correspondent foundation.

    Read more: "Visitor centre of the Nature Park “Insel Usedom“"
  • Ausstellung zu Vögeln und ihren Federn // © Wiebke Döbbert

    Nationalpark-Information Schwarzenhof

    • Open today
    • Schwarzenhof, 17192 Kargow

    The small farm village of Schwarzenhof has a national park information center featuring a photo exhibition.

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  • Eine beeindruckende Steilküste mit weißen Kreidefelsen, dicht bewaldeten Hängen und dem Meer im Vordergrund. // © Nationalpark-Zentrum KÖNIGSSTUHL / Dan Petermann

    KÖNIGSSTUHL National Park Center

    • Open today
    • Stubbenkammer, 18546 Sassnitz

    Right next to the famous Königsstuhl chalk cliffs and the UNESCO World Heritage Old Beech Forests, the KÖNIGSSTUHL National Park Center offers a special nature experience for the whole family, whatever the weather. A world full of secrets is waiting to be discovered on 2,000 square meters of exhibition space and 28,000 square meters of outdoor area - multilingual and barrier-free.

    Read more: "KÖNIGSSTUHL National Park Center"
  • Karower Meiler Culture and Information Center

    • Open today
    • Ziegenhorn, 19395 Plau am See

    The central contact point for nature lovers and guests of the Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heath Nature Park is the Karower Meiler Culture and Information Center. In addition to a permanent exhibition on the development of this cultural landscape since the last cold period, five to six special exhibitions by artists and photographers on topics of nature and landscape are shown annually.

    Read more: "Karower Meiler Culture and Information Center"
  • Visitor information centre of the Nature Park “Sternberger Seenland“

    • Open today
    • Am Markt, 19417 Warin

    The visitor information centre in Warin is the ideal starting point in order to inform oneself about the different destinations and experiences the nature park offers. One can learn something about the landscape’s formation and the way the human’s occupation influenced its development. The unique flora and fauna of the nature park greatly fascinate the visitors. Borrow a backpack at the visitor centre and discover the nature park in your own way.

    Read more: "Visitor information centre of the Nature Park “Sternberger Seenland“"
  • Ausstellungsgebäude Barhöft am Turm // © K. Bärwald

    National park visitor centre in Barhöft

    • Haus Norden Am Barhöfter Kliff, 18445 Barhöft

    Visitor centre of the National Park “Vorpommernsche Boddenlandschaft”

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  • © MV-T/Gohlke

    Feldberg Lake District Nature Park exhibition in the Haus des Gastes

    • Open today
    • Strelitzer Straße, 17258 Feldberger Seenlandschaft

    The 36,000-hectare Feldberg Lake District Nature Park is located in the south-eastern part of the Mecklenburg Lake District between the towns of Fürstenberg, Woldegk and Neustrelitz. In addition to numerous lakes and kettle bogs, with a bit of luck you can admire sea eagles, ospreys and beavers here.

    Read more: "Feldberg Lake District Nature Park exhibition in the Haus des Gastes"
  • Die Nationalpark-Information des Müritz-Nationalparks in Federow // © Nationalpark-Information Federow

    National park visitor centre in Federow

    • Open today
    • Damerower Straße, 17192 Federow

    The Müritz National Park: famous for its sea-eagles, ospreys and thousands of rabbits that rest here in the autumn and spring.

    Read more: "National park visitor centre in Federow"

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Events and Tours

Experience Nature from new Perspectives

  1. © Volker Spicher

    Deer concert on the eastern shore of the Müritz in the evening

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  2. © Nationalaprk-Zentrum KÖNIGSSTUHL

    Forest bathing in the Jasmund National Park

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  3. © Katrin Staude

    Archaeological hike with Dr. Katrin Staude

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  4. Warnow bei Kaarz // © Naturpark Sternberger Seenland; Volker Brandt

    Hike "Diversity of nature

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  5. © Biosphärenreservatsamt Südost-Rügen

    For our younger guests - discover the Baltic Sea beach and forest with the ranger

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  6. © C

    When the cranes head south

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  7. © Nationalpark-Zentrum KÖNIGSSTUHL

    Bat hike in the Jasmund National Park

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  8. © NZK-Lehmann

    Autumn family hike "Nature in energy-saving mode"

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  9. © Nationalaprk-Zentrum KÖNIGSSTUHL

    Night at the museum

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  10. © Nationalparkamt Vorpommern

    Dune sand and the glitter of the sea

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  11. Seeadler im Flug // © Jörg Dollmanski

    On the road in the land of eagles and cranes

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  12. © Biosphärenreservat Südost-Rügen

    Rügen Hiking Spring 2025: Discover the forest and beach with the ranger

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  13. © C

    Hostel in the reeds

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  14. Heideblüte auf Hiddensee // © Nationalparkamt Vorpommern

    The dune heath

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  15. New Year's hike

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  16. © Nationalparkamt Vorpommern

    Beach tour

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  17. © Nationalpark Vorpommern

    National Park guided tour Barhöft

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  18. For our little guests - On the trail of the secrets of the forest

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  19. © Biosphärenreservat Südost-Rügen

    For our younger guests - With the ranger to the Göhrener Nordperd

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  20. © C

    Deer Rutting Season Live!

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  21. © C

    Mushrooms - poison or pleasure?

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  22. Bodden in view

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  23. © cc0

    Day of the Geotope: The Kalkberg Nossentin

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  24. © Nationalaprk-Zentrum KÖNIGSSTUHL / Christian Ziegler

    Book Corner(s) Time

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  25. © BÄRENWALD Müritz | Manuela Klier

    Sustainability market at the BÄRENWALD Müritz

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  26. © Nationalparkamt Vorpommern

    WeitSicht - Green forest on white chalk

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  27. © Evelin Kartheuser

    Nature park hike between the years

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  28. © Müritzeum

    Long-eared Owls on a Stroll Through the Müritzeum

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  29. © Igelstachelbart_Hericium_erinaceus.jpg Lebrac abgeleitetes Werk, Ak ccm, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia

    On a first-name basis with mushrooms - interesting facts about local mushrooms

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  30. Ein medial inszenierter Sardinenschwarm ist Teil der Eingangsinstallation im MEERESMUSEUM, die von drei Stockwerken aus erlebbar ist // © Anke Neumeister/Deutsches Meeresmuseum

    Public Tour at the MEERESMUSEUM

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  31. Ranger guided tour in the Southeast Rügen Biosphere Reserve - View from the Thiessow pilot tower // © Biosphärenreservat Südost-Rügen

    Ranger hike around Thiessow

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  32. © NZK-Lehmann

    UNESCO World Heritage exhibition "Ancient Beech Forests"

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  33. © C

    Visit to the secret mouse people (in the evening)

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  34. Moor experience for children at the Mümmelkensee nature reserve

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  35. © Ulrich Meßner, Nationalparkamt Müritz

    The lion, the wolf and the wild people in the forest - family tour

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  36. © Nationalparkamt Vorpommern

    Experience nature - discover history

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  37. Altes Handwerk // © Foto: Nationalparkamt Müritz

    From tree to forest glass - a bike tour

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  38. © Biosphärenreservatsamt Südost-Rügen

    Ranger hike in the Granitz

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  39. Woke up with the birds of happiness

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  40. Kiebitzmännchen // © Fotoarchiv Naturpark Insel Usedom

    Hike in the footsteps of meadow breeders

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Good to know

What is meant by "experiencing and understanding nature" in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

You immerse yourself in vast landscapes, unspoiled coastlines, national and nature parks. It's all about experiencing nature up close – while hiking, cycling, birdwatching or simply lingering in silence. You can get to know the local flora and fauna in over 30 adventure centers.

Where can I find adventure and nature centers in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

The site lists numerous centers – from family museums to interactive exhibition häusers in the national and nature parks.

Which adventure centers are particularly recommended for families?

For example, the Müritzeum with 2,000 m² of adventure area or the Rügen Natural Heritage Center with treetop walk offer interactive opportunities for young and old.

Is it possible to experience nature even in bad weather?

Many centers have large exhibition rooms and multimedia offerings, so you can have an exciting and relaxing experience even when it rains.

What activities are associated with the nature experience centers?

You can go hiking, cycling, take part in nature tours, watch birds, visit exhibitions or simply enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside.

Are the nature experience offers also suitable for sustainable travel?

Many facilities consciously communicate topics such as environmental protection and sustainability, and you experience nature with respect and awareness.

How many nature experience centers are there in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

There are over 30 designated centers that give you a variety of insights into nature.

Can you visit these nature centers with children or dogs?

Many offers are family-friendly (offering children exciting experiences) and the landscapes are often also dog-friendly. Important: check on site whether dogs are allowed.

Do you have any special tips for a quiet stay in nature away from the main routes?

The experience centers not only recommend the big highlights, but also point out quiet corners, guided tours or programs for small groups.

How can I find out about opening hours and offers in advance?

On the website of the respective adventure center you will find current information on opening times, events and (if available) admission prices.

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