LOCATION
The sea resort Binz is located on Rügen island in north-eastern part of Germany in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern – at the bay of the Prorer Wieck between the peninsula Jasmund, the biosphere reserve southeast Rügen, Granitz and the heathland. Binz is the no. 1 destination in tourism in the federal state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
Germany: 54°24′N 13°37′E.
SCENIC CHARACTER
Binz is the largest seaside resort on the island with a 5km long beach. The town developed from a small fishing village to an important tourist seaside resort. It is a great basis for tourists with its numerous hotels, vacation homes, good restaurants and cafes. The Baltic seaside resort forms a charming symbiosis with a varied nature, numerous sights and the charm of a traditional seaside resort. The 700-year-old town has a large number of picturesque villas, a lively promenade, a pier and buildings from the time of spa architecture.
ATTRACTIONS
Besides the main attraction, the broad fine and sandy beach free of stones, there is a variety of sightseeing and activities in Binz: Most well-known is the so-called “resort architecture” which is characteristic on spas at the German Baltic coast. Furthermore there is an art mile, the hunting lodge Granitz and the Galileo World of Knowledge, which is particularly exciting for children. Another historical sight is Prora. The monumental building is 2.5 km long and shows the history of national socialism and the following GDR period. The Prora Documentation Centre, the “KulturKunststatt” and the Railway & Technology Museum are located there. There is also a treetop path with a magnificent view over the entire region.
Binz hosts a large number of cultural and sporting events every year, such as the “Störtebeker” Festival (very close to Binz), summer concerts, the IronMan of Rugia, the Baltic Sea swimming and the national beach volleyball championships.
There are many hiking and cycling routes around Binz; several playgrounds and adventure areas focus on children.
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