Vorpommern

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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    Railroad lift bridge Karnin

    • Karnin, 18469 Karnin

    The railroad lift bridge was the most modern in Europe when it was inaugurated in 1933. The fixed superstructures were blown up in 1945.

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    Manor house Wietzow

    • Wietzow, 17129 Daberkow

    Gutshaus Wietzow, a neo-Gothic manor house beautifully situated in the Tollense valley, was first mentioned around 1620 and came to the von Blücher family in the 17th century, later to the von Linden family. Karl Friedrich von Linden had an English landscape park laid out after 1750.

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  • Trebel Valley Alpacas // © Anne Häusler

    Trebel Valley Alpacas

    • Dorow, 18513 Grammendorf

    Here you will find everything about alpaca breeding, alpaca bedding, alpaca rugs, alpaca clothing and other alpaca products as well as alpaca walks.

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  • View of Reiterhof Reinecke // © Elisabeth Reinecke

    Farm Reinecke - riding farm, vacation farm, horseback riding station

    • Im Weidengrund, 18314 Rubitz

    Are you looking for a small horse farm for individualists? Here it is. Are you interested in horsemanship? Then you are right with us.

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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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  • Das original erhaltene hölzerne Lastenrad unter dem Dach des 700 Jahre alten Museumshaus in Stralsund // © STRALSUND MUSEUM

    Museum house Stralsund

    • Open today
    • Mönchstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    The 700-year-old museum house has been part of the STRALSUND MUSEUM since its renovation by the German Foundation for Monument Protection. Here, Hanseatic history can be experienced up close from the cellar to the roof of the old merchant's and grocer's house. The history of the building and its use has been restored and documented in great detail. A must for every visit to the old town of Stralsund, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002.

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    Guest house Socolowsky

    • August-Bebel-Str., 18334 Bad Sülze

    The guesthouse Socolowsky welcomes you with a beautiful 55 sqm vacation apartment for one to four persons in the Sol- und Moorbad Bad Sülze. Suitable for families with children, hikers, canoeists, anglers and for a beach vacation. Distance to the beach and to Rostock and Stralsund 34 kilometers.

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  • 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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    Farm Tangier

    • Tanger, 17321 Ramin

    Vacation in the saddle - With us you can enjoy rest and relaxation in a family atmosphere as well as the wide range of leisure activities.

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    Caspar-David-Friedrich-Bildweg

    • Rathaus/Markt, 17489 Greifswald

    Discover the almost authentic pictorial motifs of the artist born in Greifswald - Caspar David Friedrich. At vantage points, which Friedrich chose as motifs for his works and which are still preserved today, you can recreate the typical Friedrich mood.

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    Caution Hôtel

    • Bassendorf, 18513 Bassendorf

    Since fall 2019, the Becker family from "Vorsicht Geschmack" has been running its own small country hotel in Bassendorf: Vorsicht Hôtel!

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  • Strandnahe Ferienhäuser am Stettiner Haff // © Touristinformation Mönkebude

    Holiday Homes near the Beach at the Stettiner Haff

    • Am Kamp, 17375 Mönkebude

    Mönkebude - approved resort - pearl at the 'Stettiner Haff'The more than 750-year-old Mönkebude is an idyllic community, which evolved from a fishermen's village into a well-liked bathing place. Water, sun, fresh air, forrest, beach…

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  • Exhibition building 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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  • Waschbären im Tierpark Greifswald // © Dr. Andreas Kerath

    Greifswald Zoo

    • Anlagen, 17489 Greifswald

    In the Greifswald zoo you can discover new things during all seasons of the year. Our park invites visitors, with its inhabitants and the natural history house with café. Zoo school, tours, children’s birthdays and family parties can be organized, if asked for. Opening hours: November - March: 09:00 am - 16:00 pm April and October: 09:00 am - 17:00 pm May - September 09:00 am – 18:00 pm

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    Stralsund city wall

    • Knieperwall, 18435 Stralsund

    Large parts of the 700-year-old city wall are still preserved and have been steadily restored in recent decades.

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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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  • Kölzow Castle Country House // © Landhaus Schloss Kölzow/Detlef von der Lühe

    Country house Kölzow Castle

    • Am Park, 18334 Dettmansdorf-Kölzow

    A large park surrounds the former residence of the once large farm whose origins date back to the early 13th century. With extensive renovation of the house after the fall of the Berlin Wall, it now again reflects the atmosphere of bygone times: a historic island of tranquility!

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  • Guided tour at the Wltlacker Rothenklempenow. // © Brais Palmas

    RCE Rothenklempenow Demonstration Field

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Dorfstraße, 17321 Rothenklempenow

    The educational project Weltacker Rothenklempenow illustrates how the global arable land is used, how much our future depends on our use of arable land and how individual behavior affects the fields here and elsewhere in the world.

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    Anklamer Hof Hotel

    • Pelzerstraße, 17389 Anklam

    The Anklamer Hof, centrally located in Anklam, offers 73 rooms and suites. The in-house Spa&Moor features a swimming pool, two saunas, massage rooms and a fitness area. The historic Alte Post houses the Anklamer Hof's gastronomy and offers space for events and meetings.

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  • Watermill Lassan

    • Mühlenstraße, 17440 Lassan

    Today a mill and local history museum is situated in the Lassan Watermill. Old craftsmanship from frame carpentry to baker's craft is exhibited in it.

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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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  • Rooms Pension & Fewo am Rosengarten // © rc

    Guesthouse & Vacation Rental at Rosengarten

    • Ravensteinstr., 17373 Ueckermünde

    Small family-run guesthouse with vacation apartments directly on the three long-distance cycle paths, 900 meters from the old town.

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  • Luftansicht Schloss Sophienhof Rondell vor dem Haus // © Dennis Reimann

    Schloss Sophienhof - The house in the park

    • Sophienhof, 17398 Ducherow

    A beautiful spot surrounded by greenery. A homely place, full of peace, history and the power to relax. And the scent of freshly baked goods and mown grass is often in the air. This is probably the best way to describe the Schlosspark Sophienhof cultural venue.

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  • A rarity and unique. A hand knotted fishing rug // © Angelika Michaelis-TVV e.V

    Christophorus Church Kröslin

    • Bahnhofstraße, 17440 Kröslin

    The village of Kröslin is located directly on the Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route and the Route of North German Romanticism with a view of the Peene River and the island of Usedom.

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  • Rear view of the museum (half-timbered house) // © Sabrina Wittkopf-Schade

    Museum in Prenzlauer Tor-Turm Pasewalk

    • Open today
    • Prenzlauer Straße, 17309 Pasewalk

    The museum in the Prenzlauer Tor tower shows the history of Pasewalk. The city museum is located in parts of the former city fortifications, including the Prenzlauer Tor. On several floors, there is information on prehistory and early history, the city history of Pasewalk and changing art exhibitions.

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    Restaurant ''AndersWie!

    • Hauptstr., 18356 Bresewitz

    Restaurant ''Anderswie'' stands for cuisine with the highest standards.

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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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  • Eingang zur Ferienwohnung Gutshof Lebehn // © Claudia Flemming

    Vacation apartment Gutshof Lebehn

    • Platz der Freundschaft, 17322 Lebehn

    Vacation on former estate in Lebehn with farmer family. We have two guest boxes for horses.

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    The manor complex Schlatkow

    • Schlatkow, 17390 Schlatkow

    The manor complex Schlatkow has a long history.

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  • Aerial view of the Recknitz Valley Hotel Marlow // © Recknitztal-Hotel Marlow

    Recknitz Valley Hotel Marlow

    • Carl-Kossow-Straße, 18337 Marlow

    The Recknitz Valley, which gave its name to the hotel in Marlow, is one of the most beautiful river valleys in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. In every season, nature and sights of the region offer our guests beautiful and interesting things.

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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.