Ein Stück Usedom für zu Hause
Can you imagine living on the island of Usedom? Living and working between the Baltic Sea and the Achterwasser, right in the heart of the Usedom Island Nature Park—that’s what quality of life is all about.
Usedom is more than just a vacation island—here you can settle in, stay, or even start over. The Baltic Sea, 42 kilometers of fine sandy beaches, and more than 1,900 hours of sunshine a year don’t just make for a happy vacation—you’ll come to appreciate that island feeling in your everyday life, too.
Are you looking to start fresh—whether as a family, a commuter, a self-employed professional, or someone seeking peace and quiet? The island of Usedom offers you excellent conditions for your professional future.
Here you’ll find all the information, tips, and inspiration you need for your life on this sunny island.
Usedom combines the best of both worlds: You’ll find all the essential amenities for daily life right here, while also being able to enjoy the proximity to nature and the Baltic Sea. The island offers a wide range of housing options, a robust healthcare system, and numerous educational opportunities.
Whether it’s a historic villa in the Kaiserbäder, a new-construction apartment in Zinnowitz, or a home of your own in the peaceful hinterland—Usedom offers a wide variety of housing options. It’s worth taking a look at what’s available island-wide or even as far as Wolgast to find something that suits you.
Your regional contacts for housing companies and cooperatives:
General practitioners, specialized medical practices, the district hospital in Wolgast, and the University Hospital of Greifswald ensure medical care in the region. Another important factor, especially for families, is the availability of local kindergartens, schools, and continuing education institutions throughout the island.
Dealing with government agencies is also part of everyday life—even if registering at the municipal office, handling tax matters at the tax office, or obtaining certificates at the civil registry office are rarely among people’s favorite activities. An overview of the relevant agencies on Usedom makes many things easier—and helps make your journey through the bureaucratic jungle a little more pleasant.
In addition to a high quality of life, the island of Usedom offers its residents other benefits:
Usedom is not only a tourist paradise but also a business hub. In addition to the numerous jobs in the hospitality, restaurant, and wellness industries, the skilled trades and the health, education, agriculture, IT, and creative industries also offer exciting career opportunities.
Your contact for job openings in the region:
Do you sometimes dream of working with the sound of the ocean in the background? On Usedom, that’s the norm for many people. Thanks to specially equipped workspaces, you can easily relocate your office to the island and work flexibly from a home office.
Linquenda Apartment Building – Workation with coworking options
Local initiatives, business networks, and networking groups, as well as the Welcome Center for the Vorpommern-Greifswald region, help you get settled. Whether you’re looking for a new job, starting a new business, or planning to relocate your company—on Usedom, you’ll find the right contacts and expert advice.
Your first point of contact for continuing education and starting a business:
Point of contact for startups:
No matter the season, the island of Usedom offers countless recreational activities set amid stunning natural scenery. After work or on the weekend, you can recharge your batteries with long walks on the beach, bike rides, and hikes in the nature park, or by kitesurfing on the Baltic Sea and the Achterwasser.
Outdoor enthusiasts, in particular, love the island of Usedom. The 42-kilometer-long stretch of beach, idyllic lakes, dense forests, and vast fields provide a dreamlike backdrop for a wide variety of sports. Whether you want to enjoy water sports, horseback riding, fishing, or simply watch the sunset, you’ll find the perfect conditions here.
You’ll also be delighted by the cultural offerings. Especially during the tourist season, you can choose from the high-caliber program of the Usedom Music Festival, numerous concerts, readings, and theater performances, all the way to pier and harbor festivals. Other interesting attractions include the various museums, art galleries, and local history museums with their changing exhibitions. The Peenemünde Historical-Technical Museum and the Otto Niemeyer-Holstein Studio are renowned far beyond the borders of Usedom. The island is rich in culture, history, and living traditions.
Do you value fresh, regional, and authentic food? The small farm stands and artisanal producers on Usedom provide you with seasonal vegetables, organic meat, and dairy products from the region. You can buy fresh fish directly from the fishermen.
Do you love spending your vacations on Usedom? Then why not just stay! At the information day themed “Why not stay? And turn your vacation into your life!” you’ll learn how to make your vacation destination your home.
Whether you’re a family, a single person, a retiree, or just starting your career—discover the many opportunities to live, work, and feel at home on Usedom.
When: July 29, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: On the pier forecourt and in front of the concert shell in the Baltic Sea resort of Zinnowitz
Look forward to:
• Inspiring talks and information booths about living and working on the
island• Personal conversations with locals and
employers• A children’s program and hands-on activities for the little ones•
Music, culinary delights, and nature experiences for the whole family
The information day "Stay! And turn your vacation into your life!" in Zinnowitz is supported by the Vorpommern Fund of the state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
Our connection to the island doesn't end when the workday is over. At the official Usedom Island Shop, you'll find a selection of products that reflect our island's way of life.
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