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 manor houses and castles, neatly 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 the trumpeting cranes.

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 Caspar David Friedrich 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. Art and culture enthusiasts 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 glorious times, which 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 bike rides.

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 at the fairy tale trail from Ueckermünde's old town to the beach, as well-known figures from the Brothers Grimm adorn the path here.

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

From the bike, the diversity of Vorpommern can be discovered in a comfortable way. Miles of cycling and hiking trails along the Szczecin Lagoon lead past romantic coasts, natural lagoons, through lush forests and historic fishing villages - the best prerequisites for a varied active vacation.

Culinary Boat Tours at the Szczecin Lagoon

Culinary experience 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 century-old boat, listen to the wind and watch the flight of sea eagles and cranes over the Szczecin Lagoon.

Water Sports in Vorpommern

The waters in Vorpommern are not only suitable for leisurely boat trips: Along the Peene River, guests can indulge their thirst for adventure on a canoe tour, while fishing enthusiasts might make the catch of a lifetime on the Recknitz River with a little luck.

Horseback Riding Vacation

The wild and romantic nature of Vorpommerncan also be explored from horseback. Whether a ride on the beach, where the fresh sea breeze caresses the face, western riding or horseback excursions for beginners and those with saddle strength: Those who want to combine a Baltic Sea and riding vacation will be happy in Vorpommern between Brohmer and Helpter Berge and Peene.

On the trail

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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    Stolpe Manor House

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    Nature and recreation farm Recknitzberg

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    Cabin28 - Modern tiny houses by the sea

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    Vacation apartment "Emma"

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    Caution Hôtel

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    Vacation apartment in Marlow rectory

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    Nature Camping Usedom

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    Fish ear recording studio

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    Vacation Bungalows in Freest

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    Salt City Vacation

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    Ackerbürgerei Lassan

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    InterCityHotel

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    Farm Little Uncle

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    Vacation home Rohlfing

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    Schlemmin mustard mill

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    Schmuggerow Castle

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    Reed Sea Holiday Farm

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    Bischoff farm

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    Hotel Neetzow Castle

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    Manor Alt Guthendorf

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    Guest house Socolowsky

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    JAM GmbH - water hiking rest area, guest house and vacation apartments

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    Waldberg Manor House

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    Gutshof Liepen - Hotel & Restaurant Am Peenetal

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    Manor house Battinsthal

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    ART. Quarter

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    Strelasund Golf Park

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    The manor complex Schlatkow

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    Thomsen farm

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    Hotel Pension Gutshaus Neu Wendorf

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    Care hotel Stralsund

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    Hotel at the Jungfernsteig

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    Hohendorf Castle

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    Dinserhof

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    HafenHotel PommernYacht with Restaurant Roter Butt

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    Natural Harbor Krummin

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    House Wildtierland – Hostel Gehren

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    Recknitz Valley Hotel Marlow

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    slube at the marina Greifswald

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    Vacation apartment in the vicarage Kölzow

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    Hotel Lake View

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    Recknitz Tourist Marlow

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    Country house in the green

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    Hotel Ostseeländer

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    LDTT - Pension Möhr

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    Vacations in the barn

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    Manor house Boldekow

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    Pension Villa Erika

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    Riding and driving club Obermützkow e.V.

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    Church St. Nikolai Stralsund

    • Open today
    • Alter Markt, 18439 Stralsund

    The oldest of the three parish churches is the monumental St. Nikolai church, located at the old marketplace. With its two impressive organs, made by Buchholz and Schuke, the church belongs to the most beautiful sacral building in northern Europe.

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    Church of Culture St. Jacobi

    • Jacobiturmstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    Stralsund's St. Jacob's Church was first mentioned in a document in 1303. The church, which was under construction at that time, is thus the youngest of the three parish churches in the Hanseatic City of Stralsund. The differently glazed molded stones and the ornamental wealth of blinds and friezes make the basilica stand out clearly from the other Sundian churches.

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    Manor house Battinsthal

    • Parkstraße, 17329 Krackow

    A nature retreat with historic manor house, manor park with lake and Schinkel chapel. 12 rooms, function rooms for groups, culture and vacation in Vorpommern.

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    The manor complex Schlatkow

    • Schlatkow, 17390 Schlatkow

    The manor complex Schlatkow has a long history.

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    Stralsund City Hall

    • Alter Markt, 18439 Stralsund

    The building, erected in the style of North German brick Gothic, whose construction dates back to the years 1300-1310, is one of the most important secular buildings on the Baltic coast. Above the large windows of the market front of the town hall, the coats of arms of the neighboring Hanseatic cities point to the importance of the Hanseatic League for Stralsund. The display gable is unique in the Baltic region.

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    Hotel Pension Gutshaus Neu Wendorf

    • Am Gutshaus, 18190 Sanitz OT Neu Wendorf

    Modern tradition meets hospitality. The manor house, built around 1805 on the edge of the Rostock Heath, was lovingly converted by the Eben family into a hotel-guesthouse in 1992, and has been renovated and expanded ever since.

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    Pommerland herb garden

    • Am Sonnenacker, 17440 Lassan OT Pulow

    The Pommerland herb garden is located in Pulow in Vorpommern.

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    Hohendorf Castle

    • Am Park, 18445 Hohendorf

    Classic meets modern: a property to touch, relax & enjoy. 26 apartments: with tower. with gallery. Individual. Special. Different.

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    Honey and pumpkin farm Gutshaus Behrenshagen

    • Gutshofstraße, 18320 Behrenshagen

    Walking under old trees. Search for peace - feel silence - discover garden culture combined with regional products.

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    Knee gate

    • Knieperstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    The gate to Stralsund's Old Market. The northern gate of the city is one of the former 10 city gates.

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    Gable house, Ossenreyerstrasse 14

    • Ossenreyerstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    The medieval gabled house, with its cellar dated 1258, is considered Stralsund's oldest stone building.

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    Caspar David Friedrich Center

    • Open today
    • Lange Straße, 17489 Greifswald

    The Caspar-David-Friedrich-Zentrum, opened in 2004 in the historic Seifensiederei and expanded in 2011 to include the entire former residential and commercial building of the Friedrich family, commemorates the great painter and greatest son of the city of Greifswald. It is also a museum, documentation and research center. Caspar David Friedrich was born here on September 5, 1774.

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    Castle Penkun

    • 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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    Cookie thief

    • Open today
    • Platz des Friedens, 18442 Lüssow OT Langendorf

    Why not pay a visit to the Keksdieb-Manufaktur... After a tour of the production facilities and the factory shop, you can try out the handmade treats on a walk through the meadows and fields (directly behind the manor house).

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    Fountain Floodplain

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Knieperdamm, 18439 Stralsund

    The Brunnenaue in Stralsund is a small idyllic park with a large fountain.

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    Manor house Boldekow

    • Am Gutshof, 17392 Boldekow

    Vacation in the pre-Pomeranian manor house with family connection and plenty of space to relax and enjoy.

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    New Market Stralsund

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Neuer Markt, 18439 Stralsund

    The second heart of the city! Here, too, 800 years of history come alive with a panoramic view.

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    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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    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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    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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    The mill road

    • Mühlenstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    Mühlenstraße is a city street in the old town of Stralsund. It connects the Alter Markt with the Heilgeiststraße.

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    Old market

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Alter Markt, 18439 Stralsund

    The heart of the city! With a single panoramic view, 800 years of history come alive here.

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    Hospitaller bastion

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Knieperwall, 18439 Stralsund

    Since 1886, the war memorial commemorates Stralsund's fallen in the Prussian-German wars. Before that, the bastion was used as a parade ground.

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    St. John's Monastery

    • Schillstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    The monastery of St. Johannis is one of the oldest buildings in Stralsund with a historically grown juxtaposition of different building epochs - the individual phases of the dominant Gothic, Baroque and Classicism.

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    Village church hall

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 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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    Gothic plank house

    • Mühlenstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    The Dielenhaus is a historical monument in the heart of the city and offers a view of the most important Stralsund buildings and the entire Old Town Island with its miniature exhibition.

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    Kütertor

    • Am Kütertor, 18439 Stralsund

    The city gate with its prominent spire is one of the smaller landmarks of the city of Stralsund.

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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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    Monastery of St. Anne and Brigitten

    • Schillstraße, 18439 Stralsund

    The house, dedicated to St. Anne, was given to the Order of Augustinian nuns by Hans Bure in 1480. The chapel has been renovated and accessible since 2007.

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    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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