Heringsdorf is a part of the ‘Dreikaiserbäder' (Three Imperial Spas) county on the island of Usedom. The other two Baltic seaside resorts making up the trio are Ahlbeck and Bansin. The pier in Heringsdorf stretches into the Baltic for a distance of 508 m, making it Germany's longest. Aside from the Maritim Hotel Kaiserhof, the beach promenade is also home to a number of impressive villas.

Otto-Lilienthal-Museum

The exhibition pieces on display in engineer's birthplace, Anklam are a testament to the pioneer's important contribution to human flight. Lilienthal's gliders were a milestone in heavier than air flight - transcending the mere fantasy of flying - and helped pave the way for airborne mobility.

Heringsdorf Pier

Heringsdorf's first pier - the ‘Kaiser-Wilhelm-Brücke' - was built in the last decade of the 19th century. At 500 m long, it was Germany's longest and in addition to servicing the steamboats that ran between Ückermünde, Anklam, Ahlbeck, Swinemünde and Stettin, it was also home to a number of businesses. The original bridge was destroyed by fire and ice in the middle of the 20th century before being rebuilt in 1995. 8 metres longer than its predecessor, the new pier is not only the longest in Germany, it's the longest in continental Europe. Once again, the pier has attracted business and the half kilometre walk into the Baltic is complemented by interesting shops, enticing cafes and top restaurants. The pier is also home to a wax museum, a shell museum and a cinema.

Bäderarchitektur (Seaside resort architecture)

The Three Imperial Spas are home to some of the country's best examples of seaside resort architecture. Typical for the style are grandiose columns supporting spacious balconies and the Villa Oechsler, Villa Hintze, Villa Staudt as well as many others in Heringsdorf are considered prime examples. A large number of the villas were constructed in the late half of the 19th century and years leading up to the first World War as summer residences by Germany's upper class. They reflect the extravagant nature of society's elite during this golden age in history.
Kaiserbäder Express: board the tyred sightseeing train and experience the Three Imperial Spas from the comfort of an open carriage
Price per person: starting at 6.40 €

Achterwasser and Peenestrom

The waters between the mainland and the island are a genuine paradise for nature lovers, water sports enthusiasts and anglers. The area is home to wide reed belts - an El Dorado for waterfowl - and valuable source for an almost forgotten trade: roof thatching. Of particular interest to nature lovers are the wildlife nature reserve islands of Bömke and Werder in the Balmer Lake, a picturesque bay of the Achterwasser near Neppermin.

'Weiße Düne' (White Dunes): experience the Achterwasser - a bay in the Peenestrom Baltic tributary from the decks of the traditional sailing ship, ‘Weiße Düne'.
Price per person: starting at 55 €

Romantic moonlight cruise on the Achterwasser: enjoy the captivating coastline and Usedom's picturesque hinterland beyond while musicians get guests into the swing of things aboard the MS Jessica.
Price per person: starting at 13 €

Achterwasser cruise: Boat tour aboard the MS Jessica departing from the harbour in Stagnieß.
Price per person: starting at 25 €

Usedom Nature Park

Among other things, the Usedom Nature Park is famous for its landscape and terrain diversity. This includes wide sandy beaches, impressive bluffs, water areas in panoramic valleys, lowland moors, beach walls and sand dunes. Many small island villages haven't changed much over the years in contrast to the seaside resorts and complement the more established villas and hotels. A total of 22 nature reserves protect special areas of the park, adding up to a total of 7,000 hectares or 13%.

Carriage/charabanc tours: take a horse drawn trip around town and find out more about the architecture, people and places.
Price per person: starting at 15 €

Island tour
Price per person: starting at 13 €

Island safari: Get off the beaten path and discover the island on your own terms. Experienced drivers know all the best places, many only accessible with good ground clearance all 4 wheels engaged - nature pure!
Price per person: starting at 107 €

Greifswald

The Hanseatic- and university city of Greifswald is around 50 km away from the island of Usedom. The ancient town was founded in 1250 and is famous for the many medieval buildings that still proudly stand today. Two ornamental gothic storehouses with residences built in the 14th and 15th centuries facing into the town square are among the most important historical landmarks as is a Renaissance gable house built in the 16th century located in the Knopfstraße. While the red coloured town hall dominates the market square with its hue and size, its grandeur makes it one of the country's most beautiful. The cityscape is marked by the high towers of three gothic churches; St. Nikolai, St. Marien and St. Jakobi. Always worth a visit: the Pomerania State Museum right across from the market square. In addition to a valuable collection of exhibits documenting Pomeranian history, the establishment is also home to various works by the famous artist, Caspar David Friedrich. Speaking of educational experiences, Greifswald is primarily a university city. With 12,000 students and around 5,000 employees, almost 1 in 3 people in Greifswald is involved in higher learning. Founded in 1456, the university is one of the Baltic regions oldest and most respected educational centres. The university's central area is especially interesting. It is lined with impressive architectural examples from the 18th and 19th centuries.

Golfpark Balmer See and Baltic Hills Korswandt

Attractive and challenging links with two 18 hole courses, a 9 hole practice course and driving range. The captivating waterways of the adjoining Achterwasser have been known to distract even the most focused of players.
Maritim Hotel Kaiserhof guests receive a 20% discount off green fees.
Price per person: starting at 37 €

Peenemünde Historical and Technical Information Centre

Housed in the former shelter control room and the area of the former power station, the centre documents what many consider the birthplace of space flight. One of five military proving grounds under the Army Weapons Office, the facility was used to develop the V1 and V2 rockets and is an Anchor Point of the European Route of Industrial Heritage. In addition to original documents and parts, the centre is also home to various types of aircraft and the world's largest conventionally-powered cruise missile submarine (Juliett class: NATO classification of the Soviet Project 651).
Entry fee start at 5 €

Other sights and attractions

Mellenthin moated castle, Trassenheide Butterfly Farm (Prices start at 8.50 € per person), ice skating at Heringsdorf's open-air rink (November through February, prices start at 5 € per person)

bike rental outlet
price per day: at 6 €

beach chair outlet
price per day: at 6 €