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Practical info — Heringsdorf

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • Rent a bike to ride across the 508-metre pier, Germany's longest, or to explore the neighbouring Imperial Spas of Ahlbeck and Bansin along the promenade.
  • Parking is scarce and expensive in summer. Use the park-and-ride facilities or the local UBB train for stress-free travel.
  • The visitor's tax (Kurtaxe) is mandatory, but the card you get often provides discounts on events and the UBB train.
  • The most beautiful villas in the resort architecture style aren't just on the promenade; you'll find them in the quiet side streets too.

🍽 Food

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Fresh fish sandwich (Fischbrötchen)

It tastes best straight from one of the stalls on the beach or near the pier.

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Smoked fish from Usedom

Buy it directly from a local smokehouse for an authentic taste. Eel and herring are particularly recommended.

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Sea buckthorn (Sanddorn) specialities

Try this local vitamin bomb as a juice, liqueur, or in a cake at one of the many cafés.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Amber (Bernstein) jewellery

Look for 'Baltic gold' in the small jewellery shops; it's a classic souvenir.

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Shops on the pier

You'll find a mix of souvenir shops and small boutiques on the long pier.

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Lake Schloonsee

A quiet lake right behind the dunes, well-suited for a walk away from the seaside bustle.

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The Spa Forest (Kur- und Heilwald)

The forest trails offer cool shade and tranquility, just steps away from the busy beach.

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Beach sections towards Bansin

The further you walk from the main pier, the quieter and more spacious the beach becomes.

Heringsdorf is the heart of the 'Three Imperial Spas' on the island of Usedom and is known for its aristocratic splendor. The town's landmark is the 508-meter-long pier, the longest in Germany, which houses shops, restaurants, and even a small museum. Along the beach promenade, magnificent villas from around 1900 line up, many of which are now used as luxury hotels or holiday apartments. The wide, stone-free sandy beach invites long walks that can extend across the Polish border to Świnoujście. The cultural offerings are diverse: from literature days to concerts in the spa pavilion, programs are offered year-round. Those seeking relaxation can find it at the Ostseetherme thermal baths. Heringsdorf was already a popular retreat for Emperor Wilhelm II and famous writers like Thomas Mann or Leo Tolstoy in the 19th century. Gastronomically, the town provides a blend of fine dining and traditional Pomeranian cuisine. Access is possible via the Usedomer Bäderbahn train or the regional Heringsdorf airport.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

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Geography

Population
3,517
Coordinates
53.96667, 14.16667

Facts

  • Longest pier in Germany (508m)
  • One of the three Usedom Imperial Spas
  • Magnificent resort architecture villas
  • Own regional airport nearby
  • Located on Europe's longest promenade
  • Former world-class imperial resort
  • Home to Ostseetherme Usedom spa
  • Sandy beach up to 70m wide

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Sights in the town Heringsdorf (12)

Ostseetherme🎡 recreation

A thermal bath with healing waters located near the Heringsdorf pier.

🕒 Mo-Sa 10:00-21:00; Su 10:00-20:00

Museum Rolf Werner🏛 museum

Museum Rolf Werner in Heringsdorf displays local history and art.

Tropenzoo Bansin🎡 recreation

Tropenzoo Bansin is a small tropical zoo providing an exotic animal experience in Heringsdorf.

🕒 May-Sep: PH,Mo-Su 10:00-18:00; Oct-Apr: PH,Mo-Su 10:00-16:00

Usedomer Technikausstellung🏛 museum

The Usedom Technology Exhibition in Heringsdorf displays vintage cars and technical artifacts.

Hans-Werner-Richter-Haus🏛 museum

The Hans-Werner-Richter-Haus in Heringsdorf is the former home of the writer and founder of Gruppe 47.

🕒 Jul-Aug: Tu-Fr 10:00-18:00, Sa,Su,PH 12:00-18:00; Sep-Jun: T

Präsidentenberg🌿 nature

Präsidentenberg is a local peak offering scenic views within Heringsdorf.

Kletterparcours📍 landmark

The climbing course in Heringsdorf is a high ropes course with various climbing elements.

Motorisches Sitzen📍 landmark

"Motorisches Sitzen" in Heringsdorf is an art installation with rotating seats.

Fürstentelefon📍 landmark

The Fürstentelefon in Heringsdorf is a novelty telephone to "call" a prince.

Konzertmuschel🎭 culture

The Konzertmuschel in Heringsdorf is an open-air stage on the beach promenade.

Kirche im Walde⛪ religious

Kirche im Walde is an atmospheric place of worship situated within a forest setting in Heringsdorf.

Frequently asked questions

What is unique about the Heringsdorf pier?
At 508 meters, it is the longest pier in Germany and houses shops, restaurants, and a shell museum.
What are the 'Imperial Resorts'?
Heringsdorf, together with Ahlbeck and Bansin, forms the three Imperial Resorts, famous for their grand white beach villas.
Can you walk from Heringsdorf to Poland?
Yes, Europe's longest beach promenade connects the Imperial Resorts with Swinemünde (Świnoujście) in Poland.
How many days do you need for Heringsdorf?
You should plan at least 3-4 days for the Imperial Resorts to explore all three towns and the hinterland.
Are there wellness offers in Heringsdorf?
Yes, the OstseeTherme Usedom provides thermal pools and wellness; additionally, many hotels have specialized spas.
Heringsdorf: where is it located?
Heringsdorf is located in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany.
Heringsdorf: what is there to see?
Highlights include Ostseetherme, Museum Rolf Werner, Tropenzoo Bansin.
Heringsdorf: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Heringsdorf: why is it worth visiting?
Heringsdorf is the heart of the 'Three Imperial Spas' on the island of Usedom and is known for its aristocratic splendor.
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