Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Accommodation in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Coastal landscapes, islands, lakes and historic towns give Mecklenburg-Vorpommern many different facets. You can combine your holiday with longer cycling or hiking routes, discover Brick Gothic architecture, or focus on nature and culture. The places you would like to explore are a helpful starting point for choosing your holiday apartment: this way, you can plan your stay around the experiences that interest you most.
Coastal routes and distinctive landscapes
The Usedom circular route is 160 km long and has 3 stages. Its described landscape includes a 42 km stretch of white sandy beach and a green hinterland with thatched-roof houses and unspoiled nature. The 201 km Fischland-Darß-Zingst circular route, with 4 stages, offers a different landscape: beaches, steep banks, bays and spits define it, as does Western Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park. The Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula also has gently sloping and steep banks, coastal lakes, bays and dunes; it is strictly protected as part of the national park.
The Rügen circular route also leads to a striking natural landscape: Jasmund National Park, with its chalk cliffs nestled among the lush green beech forests of Stubbenkammer. If these coastal and natural features especially appeal to you, you can take them into account when choosing a holiday region. The landscapes are distinct: Usedom’s sandy beach and green hinterland differ from the varied shorelines of Fischland-Darß-Zingst and the chalk cliffs of Rügen.
Exploring by bike or on foot
The Müritz circular route is 83 km long and leads from Waren (Müritz) via the town harbor straight into Müritz National Park. For cycling tours focused on cultural history, the Brick Gothic circular routes offer distinct themed options. The Western Brick Gothic circular route covers 370 km over 7 stages; highlights along the route include historic Brick Gothic churches, town gates, farm cottages and townhouses. The Eastern Brick Gothic circular route is 303 km long and has 5 stages. Its listed sights include medieval Brick Gothic churches in Rostock, Stralsund and Greifswald.
If you would rather plan a longer hike, the southern route of the Nature Park Trail covers almost 700 kilometers. It runs through the inland region from Schaalsee Biosphere Reserve to the island of Usedom; as far as Altwarp, it is designated as European long-distance path E9a. The Nature Park Trail starts in Schaalsee Biosphere Reserve. Its first section passes through glacially formed hill country to the state capital, Schwerin, and its impressive castle. The state also has a dense network of bicycle rental stations, offering touring bikes, children’s bikes and e-bikes.
Brick Gothic architecture, Schwerin and marine worlds
The historic centers of Stralsund and Wismar tell the story of the Hanseatic trading past and the development of Brick Gothic architecture in the Baltic region. Wismar’s medieval harbor basin has been preserved. Stralsund’s historic Old Town has remained unchanged on an island since the 13th century; outstanding examples of Brick Gothic architecture continue to shape its skyline. Together, the two cities offer tangible insights into the region’s urban and architectural history.
In Schwerin, the Residential Ensemble brings together the history and culture of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern; it has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2024. Schwerin Castle stands on an island amid lakes and parkland. Its splendid rooms include the Throne Room and the Gallery of Ancestors. In Stralsund, the OZEANEUM turns the spotlight on the northern seas: it features exhibitions, the “Sea for Children” experience area and 50 aquariums offering an underwater journey through these seas. Artists’ colonies in Ahrenshoop, Schwaan and on the island of Hiddensee showcase unique works by influential regional artists as well as contemporary works.
Nature experiences and regional cuisine
On the Peene, you can go canoeing and watch beavers build their lodges. Small farm shops and farm cafés invite you on a regional culinary journey, with offerings that are partly traditional and partly modern. Many regions of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern can be reached by train. Bicycles can be taken on most regional trains, subject to capacity and possible reservation requirements. This may be a factor when planning a trip by bike.
Discover more regions
For further guidance: Müritz, Wismar, Schwerin, Northwest Mecklenburg, Northern Pomerania, Western Pomerania-Greifswald, Western Pomerania-Rügen, Rostock, Mecklenburg Lake District, Ludwigslust-Parchim.
For the overview of destinations at the next level up: Germany.
