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Practical info — Barth

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • Learn everything about the legend of the sunken city at the Vineta Museum.
  • Climb St. Mary's tower for a wide view over the Barther Bodden lagoon.
  • Buy fresh fish directly from the fishing boats in the harbor of Barth.
  • Visit the Low German Bible Center with its rare historical exhibits.

🍽 Food

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Bodden Zander

Freshly caught pike-perch served in the restaurants around the harbor.

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Sea Buckthorn Specialties

Try juices or cakes made with this typical coastal fruit in local cafes.

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Barther Bier

Locally brewed beer that pairs perfectly with hearty fish dishes.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Regional Harbor Products

Honey, sea buckthorn, and maritime souvenirs in the harbor shops.

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Old Town Art Galleries

Discover works by local artists in the small galleries of the center.

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Barther Anlagen

A spacious city park for quiet walks in a green environment.

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Glöwitz Beach

A quiet natural beach on the lagoon, located just outside the town.

Barth is a historic Hanseatic town located on the southern shore of the Barther Bodden, a lagoon protected from the Baltic Sea. Known as the gateway to the scenic Darß peninsula, the town has a rich maritime heritage dating back to its founding in the mid-13th century. Its skyline is dominated by the massive St. Mary's Church, an outstanding example of Brick Gothic architecture. In the 16th century, Barth gained fame as a center of printing, producing the first complete Low German translation of the Bible. The town also embraces the myth of Vineta, a legendary wealthy city said to have been swallowed by the sea nearby. Today, Barth balances its historical roots with a thriving tourism sector, offering a well-equipped marina, traditional festivals, and easy access to the Vorpommern Lagoon Area National Park. The local economy is bolstered by small-scale manufacturing and a growing services sector catering to sailors and nature enthusiasts.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

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Live webcam – Barth

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Barth › North-east: Livespotting - Webcam im Hafen von - mit Bodden und Ostsee · 0.3 km · Open webcam on Windy · Webcams provided by Windy.com

Geography

Population
9,298
Coordinates
54.36870, 12.72660

Facts

  • Barth was granted town privileges in the year 1255.
  • The tower of St. Mary's Church stands 80 meters tall.
  • The famous Barth Bible was printed here in 1588.
  • The town is home to the world's only Vineta Museum.
  • In the 19th century, Barth was a hub for sailing ship construction.
  • The local airport serves as a regional hub for light aircraft and tourism.

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Sights in the town Barth (8)

St. Mary's Church

A monumental 13th-century brick Gothic church that dominates the town's skyline near the Baltic coast.

Dammtor City Gate

The only surviving city gate of the medieval fortifications, a magnificent example of North German brick Gothic.

Vineta Museum🏛 museum

The museum is dedicated to the legend of the sunken city of Vineta and local maritime history.

🕒 Tu-Fr 10:00-17:00; Sa-Su 11:00-17:00💶

Fangelturm

A former defensive tower and prison that provides insight into the medieval history of the town.

Barth Port📍 landmark

An idyllic port on the Barther Bodden, home to excursion boats, yachts, and a scenic promenade.

Noble Ladies' Foundation

A historic ensemble of buildings that once served as a residence for noblewomen, of great architectural charm.

Windjammer-Museum🏛 museum

A museum in Barth dedicated to the history of windjammers and sailing ships.

🕒 Apr16-Oct31: Tu-Su 10:00-18:00; Dec01-Apr15: Sa, Su 11:00-17💶

Bibelzentrum Barth🏛 museum

An ecumenical center in Barth displaying historical Bibles and the history of the Barth Bible.

🕒 Tu-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 12:00-18:00

Frequently asked questions

What is the connection between Barth and Vineta?
Barth calls itself the 'Vineta City' because, according to legend, the sunken city might have been located here.
Which church building dominates Barth?
The Gothic St. Mary's Church (Sankt-Marien) with its high tower is a landmark visible from afar.
Can you get to the Darß from Barth?
Yes, Barth is the 'gateway to the Darß'; there are regular boat connections to Zingst across the Bodden lagoon.
What can you do at Barth harbor?
You can watch sailing ships, eat fresh fish directly from the cutters, or start boat tours.
What special natural event takes place in autumn?
Thousands of cranes rest in the Bodden landscape around Barth before their flight south.
Barth: where is it located?
Barth is located in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany.
Barth: what is there to see?
Highlights include St. Mary's Church, Dammtor City Gate, Vineta Museum.
Barth: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Barth: why is it worth visiting?
Barth is a historic Hanseatic town located on the southern shore of the Barther Bodden, a lagoon protected from the Baltic Sea.
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