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Pole of Tranquility on the Baltic Sea

Wide sandy beaches, natural beaches and hidden bathing bays with waves and meadows, shells and reeds line Strelasund, Bodden, Peenestrom and Stettiner Haff. The harbor towns and fishing villages in the Western Pomerania region spread maritime romance.

A quiet evening on the water: two people paddle through the wide waters of Western Pomerania at sunset, surrounded by nature and silence.

Inland, rivers such as the Peene, Recknitz and Tollense wind their way through a landscape reminiscent of times gone by. Avenues make up a large part of the country lanes through what was once the Swedish and later the Prussian province of Western Pomerania. You can see them behind the shady rows of trees: Old Gutshäuser und Schlösser, finely spruced up, or restored village churches and overgrown ruins. They are picturesque milestones between traditional Hanseatic towns and sleepy villages.

If you are drawn out into pure nature, you should pay a visit to the nature parks „Flusslandschaft Peenetal“ and „Stettiner Haff“ during your vacation in Western Pomerania – in autumn, they become the playground of the impressive roaming deer and .

In addition to the oases of peace on the sandy beaches, bays and rivers of the region, a vacation in Western Pomerania also has a lot to offer in terms of culture and history: Artists such as were inspired by the warm colors and picturesque, romantic landscapes of Western Pomerania. The ruins of the Eldena monastery near the Hanseatic city of Greifswald were among his favorite motifs. Today, his paintings can be found in the Pomeranian State Museum in the painter's birthplace, while the museum in the Hanseatic town of Anklam is dedicated to aviation pioneer Otto Lilienthal.

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Brick Gothic and landscapes

the most beautiful places in Western Pomerania

University and Hanseatic City of Greifswald

The Hanseatic city of Greifswald, including the monastery ruins in the Eldena district, was the birthplace of the artist Caspar David Friedrich and the inspiration for many of his most famous works of art. Those interested in art and culture can follow in the footsteps of the famous painter and admire exhibits from prehistory and early history, the Hanseatic period and Swedish and Prussian rule in Western Pomerania in the Pomeranian State Museum alongside Friedrich's paintings.

Hanseatic city of Stralsund

As the oldest city in Pomerania, Stralsund achieved great wealth through international trade during the Hanseatic period. Even today, magnificent brick buildings are a reminder of the city's glorious past and have been protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002. In addition to the architectural highlights, holidaymakers can relax at the Stralsund lido and on the Sundpromenade - the latter is also ideal for leisurely walks and cycling excursions.

Seebad Ueckermünde

Ueckermünde stands for a certain sense of home, for peace, tranquillity and enjoyment. On a guided tour through the historic alleyways of this tranquil little town, visitors learn about its varied history with Prussian, Swedish and Pomeranian influences. Families should take a close look along the fairy tale trail from Ueckermünde's old town to the beach, as well-known figures from the Grimm Brothers adorn the path.

Recreation area Mönkebude

Travellers can relax and enjoy freshly caught fish in the state-approved resort of Mönkebude. Long sandy beaches invite you to stroll and relax, while the surrounding area along the Szczecin Lagoon can be explored on numerous cycling and hiking trails.

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Nature experiences and relaxed sailing trips

Varied vacation activities in Western Pomerania

 

Discover the lagoon area by bike

You can easily discover the diversity of Western Pomerania by bike. Kilometres of cycling and hiking trails along the Szczecin Lagoon lead past romantic coastlines, natural lagoons, through lush forests and historic fishing villages - the best conditions for a varied active vacation.

Culinary boat tours on the Szczecin Lagoon

Culinary adventure tours in the midst of nature: on board the Frisian freighter Twee Gebroeders from 1901, guests experience true moments of pleasure. Sunbathe on the deck of the hundred-year-old boat, listen to the wind and watch the sea eagles and cranes fly over the Szczecin Lagoon.

Water sports in Western Pomerania

The waters in Western Pomerania are not only suitable for leisurely boat trips: Along the Peene, guests can go on a Kanutour, while fishing enthusiasts on the River Recknitz may be lucky enough to make the catch of a lifetime.

Riding vacation

The wild and romantic nature of Western Pomerania can also be explored on horseback. Whether a Ride on the beach, with the fresh sea breeze caressing your face, western riding or riding excursions for beginners and experienced riders: Anyone who wants to combine a Baltic Sea and riding vacation will be happy in Western Pomerania between the Brohmer and Helpter mountains and the Peene.  

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of aviation pioneers, sea creatures and the Hanseatic art of sailing

Nature park „Am Stettiner Haff“

For nature lovers, the nature park „Am Stettiner Haff“ in Altwarp is well worth a visit. The typical pre-Pomeranian landscape of heathland, sand and coastal areas is home to rare bird species such as peregrine falcons and lesser spotted eagles. With a bit of luck, otters can be observed up close on a canoe or raft trip on the River Uecker.

OZEANEUM Stralsund

The OZEANEUM Stralsund gives visitors of all ages a glimpse into the depths of the sea. There are numerous sea creatures to marvel at in over 50 aquariums and clumsy Humboldt penguins provide entertainment on the museum's roof terrace. In contrast, you feel tiny next to the true-to-life whale replicas in the OZEANEUM.

Otto Lilienthal Museum

The Otto Lilienthal Museum is dedicated to the famous Anklam aviation pioneer Otto Lilienthal. The multi-award-winning museum tells the story of the dream of flight in its exhibition and shows the development of aircraft technology as well as several replicas of Lilienthal's flying machines.

UCRA – the Pomeranian cog

The UCRA is a floating museum that gives history buffs and boat enthusiasts an authentic insight into the Hanseatic era. On a historic sailing ship, passengers become crew members themselves and can actively participate in the tasks on board under the instruction of the ship's crew.

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  • Touch model Stralsund

    • Alter Markt, 18439 Stralsund

    The bronze model in front of the town hall on the Neuer Markt shows the old town island of Stralsund.

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  • Village Church Niepars

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Neue Straße, 18442 Niepars

    The village church Niepars in Western Pomerania is a brick stone building from the 13th century

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  • Castle Penkun

    • Open today
    • Schlosshof, 17328 Penkun

    First cited at the end of the 12th century, castle Penkun is nowadays one of the last preserved castles once owned by the dukes of Pomerania. Inside the former administration building the castle association opened a border and customs museum, inside the castle cellars there is a small exhibition that deals with Pomerania’s judiciary.

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  • Reception // © Ralf Haug

    freestyle

    • Zeppelinstraße, 18609 Binz

    Boutique hotel in Binz on Rügen, 21 rooms, starred restaurant, wellness area, 300m to the sea.

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  • The Prima Camping Resort Boddenblick from the air on the Bodden // © Prima Camping Resort Boddenblick

    Prima Resort Boddenblick

    • Schulstraße, 18442 Groß Kordshagen

    Time out on the Baltic Sea lagoon - vacation guests enjoy the calming expanse of the north. At the new camping and vacation home resort, holidaymakers can experience the natural wonder of the "Barther Boddenlandschaft" up close. Pitches for motorhomes and tents or modern tiny houses and sleeping barrels can be booked.

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  • Landhotel Gut Zarrentin // © Lunkenheimer

    LANDHOTEL GUT ZARRENTIN

    • Zarrentin, 18513 Zarrentin

    Your accommodation in the historic manor house in the romantic Trebel Valley

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  • slube at the marina Greifswald

    • Salinenstraße, 17489 Greifswald

    Coastal feeling meets cool student city: With slubes you stay right in the heart of Greifswald at the marina overlooking the Ryck River. Directly between Rügen and Usedom, it is not far to the Baltic Sea beach and great windsurfing and sailing locations.

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  • The University of Greifswald with the Rubenow Monument. // © Gudrun Koch

    University of Greifswald

    • Domstraße, 17489 Greifswald

    The University of Greifswald is one of the oldest universities in Europe. The baroque main building with the old faculties in the middle of the old town is a particularly popular destination for tourists.

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    Caravan site at the river Uecker

    • Open today
    • Ueckerstraße, 17373 Ueckermünde

    From the caravan site in the seaside resort of Ueckermünde you have a picturesque view of the town harbor of the seaside resort.

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  • World Heritage Exhibition

    • Open today
    • Ossenreyerstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    The exhibition in the renovated Baroque palace provides information about both the World Heritage City of Stralsund and the UNESCO World Heritage Program.

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  • Since 2007, the Rügen Bridge has been a landmark of the Hanseatic City of Stralsund. // © Tourismuszentrale Hansestadt Stralsund

    Rügen Bridge

    • B 96, 18439 Stralsund

    Although the new Rügen Bridge is not an architectural monument, it is a significant landmark of the Hanseatic City of Stralsund.

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    Zoo Wolgast

    • Open today
    • Am Tierpark, 17438 Wolgast

    The Wolgast Zoo has a natural character. Guests experience a cross-section of the earth's animal world here in enclosures that are designed to be close to nature and some of which are accessible. There are various play areas and petting enclosures for children. The zoo is mostly barrier-free and has a restaurant.

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  • The resort town of Mönkebude lived from fishing // © TVV-Angelika Michaelis

    Local history museum Fischerstube Mönkebude

    • Am Kamp, 17375 Mönkebude

    Since 2000, the Fischerstube has been home to all the things that have shaped life in the village and the region. The tourist information office is also located here. Here you will find information, accommodation, bike hire, fishing permits, souvenirs and much more.

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  • Außenansicht Gutshaus Rossin // © Verein Schlösser und Herrenhäuser MV / Lars  Schoenherr

    Rossin manor house

    • Dorfstraße, 17398 Rossin

    The Rossin manor house dates back to the 19th century.

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    Village church hall

    • Lange Straße, 18317 Saal

    Stately brick building built around 1300. A special feature, the wooden bell tower stands next to the church with two bells from 1797 and 1820 respectively.

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  • Starkow parish garden // © Backstein Geist und Garten e.V.

    Brick church and parish garden Starkow

    • Kirchsteig, 18469 Starkow

    Let us invite you to Starkow - a small idyllic place in the Barther Land very close to the Baltic Sea and old Hanseatic cities. Enjoy a walk in the dreamy historic parish garden, a visit to the Gothic brick basilica (1242) or come to the year-round cultural events. We look forward to seeing you.

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    Central Station

    • Tribseer Damm, 18437 Stralsund

    The second tour to the world with a very beautiful reception hall designed in the 1930s by the artist Erich Kliefert.

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    Viewing platform Fleethof

    • 17099 Fleethof

    Viewing platform Fleethof

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  • View of the Eldena mill with the art barn in the background. // © Martin Weidemeier

    Eldena windmill

    • Wolgaster Landstraße, 17493 Greifswald-Eldena

    The Eldena mill is a trestle windmill.

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  • Chestnut avenue to Griebenow baroque palace with portal and courtyard of honor // © Barockschloß zu Griebenow e.V.

    Baroque castle Griebenow

    • Schlossweg, 18516 Süderholz

    A beautiful, stately baroque castle complex near the Hanseatic city of Greifswald with corners and edges. The baroque castle with café and the park with ponds and old trees invite you to stay and relax. An enchanting ambience for wedding ceremonies, weddings and celebrations of all kinds.

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  • Lawn on the beach // © Gemeinde Eixen

    Bathing-fishing-nature & camping area Eixener lake with observation tower

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18334 Eixen

    Lake Eixen is a popular and worthwhile destination. Swimming, fishing, playing volleyball, lying on the beach meadow, looking into the landscape from the observation tower - the area of Lake Eixen in the municipality of Eixen has a lot to offer.

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    Marketplace of the University and Hanseatic City of Greifswald

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Markt, 17489 Greifswald

    The development of the town of Greifswald began with the founding of Hilda Monastery. The town was first mentioned in a document in 1248 and received its town charter in 1250. The market square is the heart of the historic old town. Caspar David Friedrich painted the market square with a view of the Ratsapotheke and part of the town hall as a watercolor - on display in the Pomeranian State Museum.

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  • LDTT - Pension Möhr

    • Bluthslusterstraße, 17389 Anklam

    On the outskirts of Anklam is the farm LDTT with pension, which offers a variety of activities for the whole family.

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  • Alpaca walk with rape in bloom // © Alpaka Idylle

    Vacation farm Alpaka Idylle

    • Anklamer Chaussee, 17390 Rubkow

    Experience and relax with our alpacas. Whether as a vacationer in the smart Tiny House, in the comfortable vacation apartment or as a visitor for an alpaca walk - here you can combine relaxation with rural charm.

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  • Double room // © Hotel Ostseeländer

    Hotel Ostseeländer

    • Gustav-Jahn-Str. 6, 17495 Züssow

    Hotel Ostseeländer is located in a beautiful park and has individually furnished rooms. Despite its quiet location, the ideal starting point for (almost) all activities. The cuisine is characterized by regionality and products from our own organic cultivation.

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  • LOK - The Pension - The Restaurant

    • Open today
    • Bahnhofstraße, 18195 Tessin

    In the former station building of the flower city Ticino is, after extensive renovation work, since 2019 a modern equipped pension with in-house restaurant to feel good.

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  • Gartenansicht von Schloss Semlow // © Schloss Semlow A. Hantke

    Semlow Castle

    • Parkstraße, 18334 Semlow

    The manor house was commissioned by Carl von Behr-Negendank and built by the Strelitz court architect Friedrich Wilhelm Buttel around 1825. Around 1850, the castle was extended by the addition of an orangery and a two-story living area. The castle is surrounded by a beautiful park of 21 hectares.

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    Playing card factory museum workshop

    • Open today
    • Katharinenberg, 18435 Stralsund

    Today, the playing card factory is more of a workshop than a museum. Work is also carried out on all the historic machines, so that a vivid impression of the working conditions in an old print shop can be conveyed. As a visitor, you can look over the employees' shoulders or find out more in an exhibition.

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  • "Gesundhaus Klatschmohn"

    • Ahlbecker Weg, 17375 Rieth

    Holiday for health and recreation. Sleep heavenly in cozy apartments and enjoy the healthy vegetarian and vegan cuisine of the house.

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  • Harbour island

    • An der Fährbrücke, 18439 Stralsund

    The harbor island with restaurants is located directly on the Strelasund and offers a great view.

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Vacation information: Frequently asked questions about Western Pomerania

What characterizes the landscape of Western Pomerania?

 Western Pomerania offers wide sandy beaches, unspoilt coasts, hidden bathing bays and maritime romance on the Strelasund, Bodden, Peenestrom and Stettiner Haff. Inland, river landscapes with the Peene, Recknitz and Tollense rivers dominate the picture.

What leisure activities are there for families in the countryside?

Families will find a variety of nature experiences: Cycling, hiking, birdwatching in parks, national parks and biosphere reserves. Three national parks, three biosphere reserves and seven nature parks ensure unforgettable outdoor adventures.

What water activities can you experience in Western Pomerania?

The region invites you to go canoeing, sailing, kite surfing and swimming on the coasts, lakes and creeks, e.g. on the Peene, Bodden or Szczecin Lagoon. Houseboat and raft tours can also be booked.

What are the best places to visit in Western Pomerania?

Historical Hanseatic towns, harbor towns, nature trails (e.g. Bremerhagen), Ivenack oaks, manor houses and castle grounds - an experience for young and old alike.

What are the Ivenack oaks and why are they special?

The Ivenack oaks are Europe's älst English oaks – part of a hute forest, now a national natural monument with a treetop path and animal enclosure. The magnificent primeval forest giants magically attract visitors.

Which cultural events are worthwhile in Western Pomerania?

From manor house festivals such as the MidsummerRemise to Hanseatic markets and regional festivals (e.g. MV Day in Greifswald), cultural highlights will enrich your stay.

What nature trails are there especially for children?

Child-friendly attractions include the Bremerhagen nature trail with interactive stations and playground and the treetop trail at the Ivenacker Eichen - ideal for educational family outings.

Are there special cycle routes in Western Pomerania?

Yes, including the Elbe-Oder-Haff cycle path, circular and long-distance cycle paths through the lake district and coast, including gravel and e-bike tours. Many „bed+bike“accommodations are prepared for you.