Usedomer Winkel
Far away from the hustle and bustle
Would you like to just unwind and recharge your batteries on vacation? Then the Usedomer Winkel is an insider’s tip for you. In the southwestern corner of the island, there’s no trace of the hustle and bustle of tourism. Experience the authentic Usedom here.
In the middle of nowhere
Vast fields, meadows, and reed-lined shores along the Szczecin Lagoon and the Peene River: Everywhere in the Usedomer Winkel, you’re right in the heart of nature. Keep an eye out for water birds, which feel right at home in the marshy wetlands. At Karnin Harbor, the ruins of the Karnin railway lift bridge will immediately catch your eye. If you’re looking for an unusual and luxurious place to stay, we recommend the lighthouse in Karnin.
A Typical Usedom Corner
- Picturesque landscape with fields, pastures, and reed-lined shores
- Wet meadows are a refuge for waterfowl
- Karnin Lift Bridge, a monument to engineering
- Karnin Harbor, solar-powered passenger ferry to Kamp
- Lighthouse, stylish luxury vacation apartment
The Usedomer Winkel Is So Beautiful
Church in Mönchow
A monumental landmark in the Peene Strait
It's hard to believe: Ninety years ago, the train ride from Berlin to the island of Usedom was significantly faster than it is today. The railway lift bridge over the Peenestrom made it possible. When it went into operation in 1933, it was the most modern railway lift bridge in Europe. Just like an elevator, the tracks could be raised and lowered within a few minutes to let trains pass.
Excursions and Activities in the Usedomer Winkel
Surrounded by the Szczecin Lagoon, the Peene Strait, and Lake Usedom, the Usedomer Winkel offers many opportunities to relax on and by the water. Be sure to stop in Karnin during your explorations. With its Lighthouse, small harbor, and railway lift bridge, there’s plenty to see in this little town on the Szczecin Lagoon. The church and the mausoleum at the village cemetery in Mönchow are worth a visit.
Bicycle Tours in the Usedomer Winkel
The Usedomer Winkel is best explored by bike. Cycle along quiet roads through the flat countryside and get to know the small villages in the southwestern tip of the island. Head to the port of Karnin and admire the remains of the Karnin lift bridge. During the summer months, you can take the solar-powered passenger ferry from Karnin and explore the Anklamer Stadtbruch nature reserve by bike.
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