Vacation in Binz on Rügen

Binz is the best known and largest Baltic Sea resort on the island of Rügen.

Idyllically situated between the lake of Schmachter See, the beech woods of Granitz and the bay of Prorer Wiek, the seaside resort of Binz attracts visitors with an incomparable mixture of tradition and modernity, relaxing bathing holidays and active leisure activities as well as culinary delights and numerous shopping opportunities.

Holidaying on the island of Rügen

Spring for all the senses

In spring you are in exactly the right place on the island of Rügen.

In April the island shows a fresh face. The flowers are in bloom, blustery breezes make the Baltic Sea roar splendidly and the Baltic seaside resort of Binz also awakens from its hibernation.

Everyone is delighted by the sight of the deep blue sea contrasting with the golden-yellow rapeseed fields. The spicy scent of bear’s garlic runs through the spacious park in Putbus. The island’s menus are now adorned with garlic-like wild herb in all its varieties.

To the delight of all fish lovers, the noble garfish dares to venture into our native waters. Gentle rays of sunlight paint the Baltic holidaymakers’ faces with soft dabs of colour.

Enjoy the power of nature on Rügen in the spring.

Mostly sunny in the summer

In summer, Rügen is pure beach feeling: chilly beach parties on the Baltic coast, convivial harbour days and grandiose pier festivals.

Sun, wind and waves are plentiful on Rügen’s beaches: long, white, bustling or dreamy coastal stretches, nudist, clothed and dog walking areas, as well as fun, surfing and kitesurfing areas. There’s something for everyone on the Baltic Sea coast.

The Baltic seaside resorts of Binz, Sellin, Baabe and Göhren are best explored by narrow gauge railway – the Rushing Roland. A trip to the famous chalk cliffs is also not to be missed.

Rügen is particularly charming during its numerous events, such as the Störtebeker Festival at the Ralswiek open-air theatre. Rügen has everything for a perfect summer, and so much more.

Tempestuous and stirring in the autumn

Before winter spreads over the island, Rügen becomes colourful once more:

Soak up the sun in a beach chair, or experience the colourful natural surroundings of the island on walking or biking tours and taste the fresh fruits of the North.

Autumn is the perfect time for a break.

The freshest breeze probably blows at Cape Arkona, in the north of the island on the Wittow peninsula, which is also known as windy country. When the autumn storms set the Baltic Sea swelling, the amber seekers are delighted and get to work.

Be amazed by guided mushroom walks and the natural spectacle of the crane season.

In autumn a colourful Baltic Sea holiday awaits you, where nature presents itself in her abundant beauty, with mild days and breezy winds.

Familiar and cosy in winter

A few days of Baltic Sea air also do you good in the cold season. Those who are looking for peace and quiet and enjoy being out in nature will particularly appreciate this time.

After a walk along the icy Baltic Sea coast and through the beech woods of Granitz, the best way to warm up is with the vitamin-rich sea buckthorn punch – a drink that the locals swear by in the cold weather. Wellness, sauna and relaxation rooms also contribute to an all round blissful stay.

Particularly recommendable are beauty treatments using chalk, a speciality of the island, which are especially soothing and beneficial for the body. Thus there is plenty to do, even in the supposedly quiet off-season.

Fresh fragrances and regional culinary delicacies await you at the many Advent and Christmas markets of the Baltic seaside resorts of Binz, Baabe, Göhren and Sellin. The fact is: Whoever takes a winter trip to Rügen comes away with plenty of stories to tell.