Holiday between the Baltic Sea and the backwater. At the narrowest stretch of the island of Usedom, where you can see the backwater from the Baltic, it is easy to see just how delicate and breakable the island is. It is here that the towns Zempin, Koserow, Loddin and Ückeritz are lined up like pearls on a string. These four are Usedom’s “Amber spas”, so-called because this is where Baltic Sea gold (amber) has its home. After stormy days, it is not that rare to find these precious “stones” on the Baltic beaches. The “Amber spas” invite you to enjoy your holidays along the white, sandy beaches, in the magnificent nature. Learn how to surf, cycle along the comprehensive cycle paths, go aboard a pleasure boat or just watch the fishermen at work. We promise rest and recuperation in all of Usedom’s “Amber Spas”.
The Seaside Resort of Zempin
You will experience the contrast most intensively in Zempin; the former fishing village with over 40 thatched houses is situated at the narrowest point of the island. The town is connected to the “Usedomer Bäderbahn”, a local train on the island. You can still watch the fishermen at work in the early mornings. Here you will find fish smokehouses, restaurants with traditional Pomeranian fish dishes and places to try your angling luck for yourself. Paths left in their natural state, playgrounds and running paths are perfect for families with children, who wish to discover the beauties of the natural landscape. Along the sea shore, the cycle paths connect the string of pearls that are the seaside resorts. There is a large section of nudist beach between Zempin and Koserow. The friendly staff and landlords of the hotels, guesthouses, and holiday homes are there to welcome you all year around. The trained personnel of the campsite, near to the beach, are also ready to welcome any visitor.
Further information: www.seebad-zempin.de
The Seaside Resort of Koserow
Koserow’s charms cannot be missed, no matter what time of year it is. If you come in spring, you will experience an impressive wonder of nature. It is at this time that the highest point of the island, the Streckelsberg, and its surroundings are covered with a blue carpet of pennywort. Several kinds of orchids can be discovered during the summer months. The colours of autumn present themselves in fascinating splendour and winter’s magic is shown by the magnificent icebergs on the beach caused by storm and frost. Koserow the ideal starting point for any kind of adventure. Salt and packing huts from the 19th century, a church made out of erratic boulders, the proximity to the Baltic Sea and the backwater, as well as the painter Otto-Niemeyer Holstein’s studio invite you to come and stay in Koserow.
Further information: www.seebad-koserow.de
The Seaside Resort of Loddin
The insider’s tip for the island – with the little districts of Kölpinsee and Stubbenfelde
This is the Garden of Eden for those who want to spend their holidays in the peace and quiet of nature. Situated behind the dunes, lake Kölpinsee is a paradise for fishermen thanks to its large number of pike and other precious types of fish. The lake’s shore is a rich biotop and a breeding area for a number of water birds. The seaside resort offers a casual beach life, a variety of leisure activities and upmarket hotels, where children receive an especially warm welcome. If you are into camping, then we recommend a spot hidden in Stubbenfelde, right behind the cliffs and sheltered by beech trees. A broad stretch of woodland connects the boroughs. Come and discover the landscape: from lake Kölpinsee over the dyke to the Baltic Sea with its wide and white sandy beach and the cycle path which heads towards the cliffs. Hike through the idyllic landscape with its meadows and moors to the small village of Loddin, whilst the sun sets and leaves majestic colours behind.
Further information: www.seebad-loddin.de
The Seaside Resort of Ückeritz
Welcome to the beautiful seaside resort of Ückeritz. You have found a holiday paradise which will meet your expectations. You are staying in a small, quiet seaside resort surrounded by plenty of woodlands. Ückeritz is situated on the narrow “waistline” of the island and borders with the Baltic Sea in the north-east and the backwater in the south. The area is made up of about 60 % forest. The backwater, a lake-like widening of the river Peene, is the perfect location for water sportsmen and women with its marina and the windsurfing school. There’s even the opportunity to take a trip with one of the pleasure boats. Finish off the evening with a romantic sunset over the backwater.
Further information: www.ueckeritz.de
