From the Baltic Sea to Dresden

In Vitte on the island of Hiddensee there is much more to see besides a beautiful sandy beach and the picturesque harbor. In the center of the village you can stroll very comfortably between pretty little stores and restaurants.The villa "Karusel", where the Danish silent film star Asta Nielsen once lived, is located northeast of Vitte. There you will find an exhibition on Asta Nielsen and the architect Max Taut. A little further south is the historic windmill. A visit is worthwhile.Also worth seeing is the "Blue Barn", which is over 200 years old. There lived the painter Henni Lehmann, who belonged to the Hiddenseer Künstlerinnenbund and liked to invite many artists there. Hiddensee is not known as a romantic artist island for nothing. Celebrities such as Carl Zuckmayer, Thomas Mann, Sigmund Freud and especially Gerhart Hauptmann also spent numerous summers in Vitte and left their mark here. In house "Seedorn", Hauptmann's former summer residence, is now a museum.Hikers and strollers can walk over the dike to Kloster and Neuendorf and explore the surroundings of Vitte along the way. Or you can treat yourself to a horse-drawn cab and enjoy the natural beauty during an unforgettable carriage ride. The entire island is almost car-free. This makes it particularly charming.

In Vitte on the island of Hiddensee there is much more to see besides a beautiful sandy beach and the picturesque harbor. In the center of the village you can stroll very comfortably between pretty little stores and restaurants.The villa "Karusel", where the Danish silent film star Asta Nielsen once lived, is located northeast of Vitte. There you will find an exhibition on Asta Nielsen and the architect Max Taut. A little further south is the historic windmill. A visit is worthwhile.Also worth seeing is the "Blue Barn", which is over 200 years old. There lived the painter Henni Lehmann, who belonged to the Hiddenseer Künstlerinnenbund and liked to invite many artists there. Hiddensee is not known as a romantic artist island for nothing. Celebrities such as Carl Zuckmayer, Thomas Mann, Sigmund Freud and especially Gerhart Hauptmann also spent numerous summers in Vitte and left their mark here. In house "Seedorn", Hauptmann's former summer residence, is now a museum.Hikers and strollers can walk over the dike to Kloster and Neuendorf and explore the surroundings of Vitte along the way. Or you can treat yourself to a horse-drawn cab and enjoy the natural beauty during an unforgettable carriage ride. The entire island is almost car-free. This makes it particularly charming.

Around 300 people live in this former fishing village on the Peenestrom River. Its history, however, has been anything but quiet: in 1942, the first rocket was launched into space from Peenemünde. Today, the Historical Technical Museum tells the story of this once-secret military research center.An impressive example of engineering can be seen in the Juliett U-461 submarine, an 86-meter giant open for visitors at the main harbor. Another highlight in this lively museum landscape at the northern tip of the island is the Phänomenta, an interactive science exhibition that inspires curiosity and offers fascinating hands-on experiences for both children and adults.

Around 300 people live in this former fishing village on the Peenestrom River. Its history, however, has been anything but quiet: in 1942, the first rocket was launched into space from Peenemünde. Today, the Historical Technical Museum tells the story of this once-secret military research center.An impressive example of engineering can be seen in the Juliett U-461 submarine, an 86-meter giant open for visitors at the main harbor. Another highlight in this lively museum landscape at the northern tip of the island is the Phänomenta, an interactive science exhibition that inspires curiosity and offers fascinating hands-on experiences for both children and adults.

Wolgast, the former residence of the Dukes of Pomerania-Wolgast, continues to captivate visitors today with its blend of tradition and modernity. The town’s historic old town is well worth a visit, featuring St. Petri Church, the Baroque town hall, and numerous restored historic mansions. A visit to the zoo, the city museum, or the Peene Bridge—Germany’s largest cantilever bascule bridge—is highly recommended. If you have some extra time, a boat tour is a great idea.

Szczecin is a Hanseatic city in Poland, located on the Baltic Sea, with a beautiful harbor and a unique old town. The city’s most famous landmark is the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle, whitewashed and crowned with its distinctive onion dome. Also worth a visit is the Wały Chrobrego promenade, known as the Hakenterrasse, offering wonderful views over the city and the river.Rebuilt in 1693, the St. James Cathedral with its 110-meter tower is one of the highlights of the old town today. A special excursion destination is Dąbie Lake at the mouth of the Oder River, where visitors can go sailing or swimming in summer.

Szczecin is a Hanseatic city in Poland, located on the Baltic Sea, with a beautiful harbor and a unique old town. The city’s most famous landmark is the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle, whitewashed and crowned with its distinctive onion dome. Also worth a visit is the Wały Chrobrego promenade, known as the Hakenterrasse, offering wonderful views over the city and the river.Rebuilt in 1693, the St. James Cathedral with its 110-meter tower is one of the highlights of the old town today. A special excursion destination is Dąbie Lake at the mouth of the Oder River, where visitors can go sailing or swimming in summer.

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Eberswalde is a charming small town in Brandenburg, surrounded by dense forests and numerous lakes. Known as the “Forest City,” it captivates visitors with its idyllic natural beauty and historic architecture. The Finow Canal, one of Germany’s oldest man-made waterways, winds picturesquely through the town. In Eberswalde, modern urban life meets unspoiled nature, with attractions such as the Zoological Garden and the impressive St. Mary Magdalene Church. Ideal for hikers and culture enthusiasts, Eberswalde offers a relaxed, green oasis just outside Berlin.

Eberswalde is a charming small town in Brandenburg, surrounded by dense forests and numerous lakes. Known as the “Forest City,” it captivates visitors with its idyllic natural beauty and historic architecture. The Finow Canal, one of Germany’s oldest man-made waterways, winds picturesquely through the town. In Eberswalde, modern urban life meets unspoiled nature, with attractions such as the Zoological Garden and the impressive St. Mary Magdalene Church. Ideal for hikers and culture enthusiasts, Eberswalde offers a relaxed, green oasis just outside Berlin.

Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. Because of its great historical and contemporary significance, the city has many sights to offer.First and foremost, a few well-known landmarks should be mentioned: the Brandenburg Gate, the TV Tower, and the Victory Column. In addition, all the major government buildings are located here: for example, the Reichstag, with its famous dome, is definitely worth a visit. Furthermore, the city is home to the sites of several important historical events, such as “Checkpoint Charlie” or the “East Side Gallery,” a remnant of the Berlin Wall. There is also no shortage of shopping opportunities; for example, Kurfürstendamm is very well known.”

Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. Because of its great historical and contemporary significance, the city has many sights to offer.First and foremost, a few well-known landmarks should be mentioned: the Brandenburg Gate, the TV Tower, and the Victory Column. In addition, all the major government buildings are located here: for example, the Reichstag, with its famous dome, is definitely worth a visit. Furthermore, the city is home to the sites of several important historical events, such as “Checkpoint Charlie” or the “East Side Gallery,” a remnant of the Berlin Wall. There is also no shortage of shopping opportunities; for example, Kurfürstendamm is very well known.”

Potsdam, the capital of Brandenburg, is the state’s most populous city with approximately 180,000 residents. Above all, however, Potsdam stands out for its many worthwhile attractions, some of which are even designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. After all, the city was added to the so-called List of World Cultural and Natural Heritage Sites as early as 1990, as it is home to the largest concentration of World Heritage sites in Germany. Since 2019, the Brandenburg city has also been designated a UNESCO Film City. Among its best-known and most important attractions are undoubtedly the famous Sanssouci Palace with its beautiful palace gardens, as well as the Potsdam Film Museum and the Mill Museum in the historic mill.

Potsdam, the capital of Brandenburg, is the state’s most populous city with approximately 180,000 residents. Above all, however, Potsdam stands out for its many worthwhile attractions, some of which are even designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. After all, the city was added to the so-called List of World Cultural and Natural Heritage Sites as early as 1990, as it is home to the largest concentration of World Heritage sites in Germany. Since 2019, the Brandenburg city has also been designated a UNESCO Film City. Among its best-known and most important attractions are undoubtedly the famous Sanssouci Palace with its beautiful palace gardens, as well as the Potsdam Film Museum and the Mill Museum in the historic mill.

Burg near Magdeburg is the self-proclaimed “City of Towers.” To the northeast of the state capital, the Elbe River marks the city limits as it flows through the area. The medieval walls and towers are visible even from a distance. The Hexenturm has towered over the town for more than 300 years. The Old Town district has a cozy atmosphere, where small cafés invite you to take a break after strolling through the narrow streets of the Old Town. Tuesdays and Fridays are market days in the streets of downtown. In addition to regional vendors, the shops and boutiques are also a draw—and restaurants and cafés in the lively center of this city of towers are there to satisfy your hunger. The churches—most notably the Romanesque St. Nicolai Church and the 13th-century St. Petri Church—are fascinating destinations not just for worshippers. After a short stroll through town, the giant, shady trees in Goethe Park offer welcome relief from the heat.

The city of Magdeburg on the Elbe River is the state capital of Saxony-Anhalt. Among its most striking landmarks is the Gothic Magdeburg Cathedral in the city center. Next to it stands the Hundertwasser House with the Green Citadel, where visitors can admire the artist’s distinctive architecture and colorful columns in the courtyard. The Millennium Tower, built of wood, stands 60 meters tall—making it the tallest wooden building in the world—and visitors can walk through and climb it. The beautifully landscaped Elbauenpark is also well worth a visit.

The city of Wittenberg offers you a deep insight into the history of the Reformation. There are numerous Luther memorials and, of course, the Castle Church, where Luther posted his theses. A visit to the Luther House is also very interesting. Take a stroll through the Piesteritz Workers’ Housing Estate—Germany’s first and largest car-free residential community—or through the Luther Garden.

Meissen, the cradle of Saxony, lies on the northern edge of the Dresden Elbe Valley and exudes a touch of southern cheerfulness. This venerable county seat on the Elbe is a window into history, set in stone. German emperors founded the first settlement on Slavic territory here. Inseparably linked to the city’s name is its traditional porcelain manufactory, founded in 1710, with the “Blue Swords” trademark. Alongside the city of Bautzen, Meissen boasts the best-preserved urban layout in Saxony. A visit to the city centers on history and porcelain.

Dresden is the capital of Saxony and one of the largest cities in the state. After World War II, the city on the Elbe River was painstakingly rebuilt. The Dresden Frauenkirche is a symbol of this reconstruction, which lasted from the 1990s through 2005. Magnificent 18th-century buildings adorn the city, such as the famous Semper Opera House and the Zwinger with its spacious gardens. The Royal Palace is located right in the Old Town, which is perfect for strolling.

Bad Schandau, nestled in the stunning landscape of Saxon Switzerland, is a gem for nature and culture lovers. Known for its thermal springs and charming historic atmosphere, the town offers an ideal starting point for hikes through the bizarre rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. On a stroll along the Elbe, you’ll discover magnificent villas and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere that characterizes this spa town. A visit to the Toskana Therme perfectly rounds out your stay in this picturesque town.

Dresden is the capital of Saxony and one of the largest cities in the state. After World War II, the city on the Elbe River was painstakingly rebuilt. The Dresden Frauenkirche is a symbol of this reconstruction, which lasted from the 1990s through 2005. Magnificent 18th-century buildings adorn the city, such as the famous Semper Opera House and the Zwinger with its spacious gardens. The Royal Palace is located right in the Old Town, which is perfect for strolling.