Peenemünde
Steeped in history and full of contradictions
At the northernmost tip of the island, where the Peenestrom flows into the Baltic Sea, stark contrasts come together. The heavy legacy of its military past, the bustling harbor with its sightseeing steamers, and the unique flora and fauna make Peenemünde an extremely interesting place.
Popularity and unspoiled nature
Does the name Peenemünde sound familiar? That’s no surprise, since it’s inextricably linked to the first successful launch of a rocket into space. At the Peenemünde Army Research Center—the largest research center in Europe during the Nazi era—“secret weapons” such as the V-2 were developed. There’s much more to discover in Peenemünde. Experience the Western Pomeranian Bodden landscape from the water. You’ll have a good chance of spotting white-tailed eagles and gray seals.
Peenemünde Museum of History and Technology
Inhumane exploitation and a technological breakthrough
Take the time to visit the Peenemünde Historical and Technical Museum, which sheds light on this complex historical topic in a nuanced way. Here you’ll learn about the conditions under which up to 12,000 people worked on the development and production of these weapons systems, as well as the purposes for which these elaborate weapons projects were carried out.
Typical Peenemünde
- This is where the Peenestrom flows into the Baltic Sea
- A place steeped in history: the former Peenemünde Army Research Center
- Concerts of the Usedom Music Festival in the turbine hall of the power plant
- Harbor with sightseeing steamers
- Museums for the whole family
- Unspoiled nature, dike meadows, reed beds
Peenemünde Is So Beautiful
Wide sandy beach
Excursions and Activities in Peenemünde
Learn about the history of the former fishing village and its historical legacy from the Nazi era at the Peenemünde Historical and Technical Museum. At the Phänomenta exhibition and the Toy Museum, you can rediscover your inner child. You can even tour a real submarine. Board one of the passenger ships at the Peenemünde harbor and take a trip to Greifswalder Oie, Ruden, or the mainland.
Bicycle Tours in Peenemünde
Recommended not only for history buffs: At the 23 stations along the Peenemünde Monument Landscape, you can still discover remnants of the ruins from the town’s military past. The 25-kilometer loop trail also offers scenic beauty.
Exciting Events in Peenemünde
This is unique in the German festival scene: Every fall, the Turbinenhalle of the former Army Research Center is transformed into an impressive concert hall for the Peenemünde Concerts. Be there when the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra and renowned soloists from the classical music scene perform in Peenemünde as part of the Usedom Music Festival .
Dining in Peenemünde
A delicious fish sandwich is an absolute must at the Peenemünde harbor. Enjoy it right on the water’s edge while watching the sunset over the Peenestrom. A variety of fish dishes are served aboard the MS Kragenhai or at the harbor bar “Zum dünnen Hering.” If fish isn’t really your thing, you’ll appreciate the vegetarian and vegan options at Café am Deich.
The food tastes especially good here
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