Blick vom Leuchtturm u?bers Fla?chendenkmal, © Tourismuszentrale Rügen
Monuments and Sights, Historical Buildings

The area monument Kap Arkona is one of the most popular excursion destinations on Rügen. In addition to the 45 metre high cliff, the cape is home to a whole range of sights: The castle wall of Jaromarsburg Castle is located directly at the top of the Cape. The glass dome of the restored sighting tower glistens next to it. The Schinkel tower, the large lighthouse and the bearing tower can be visited.

The area monument Cape Arkona belongs beside the fishing village Vitt to the municipality Putgarten and is one of the most popular excursion destinations on Rügen. The Cape accommodates beside the 45 meters high steep coast a whole row of objects of interest: The castle wall of Jaromarsburg Castle is located directly at the top of the Cape. Next to it, the glass dome of the restored bearing tower glitters. The Schinkel Tower, the Great Lighthouse and the Bearing Tower can be visited and cultural events are regularly held in the garden of the lighthouse keeper's house. Artists and handicraftsmen have settled in the direction finder and around the two lighthouses. Guided tours through the two bunkers, and not to forget the uniquely beautiful landscape, round off the experience of Cape Arkona.

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Flächendenkmal Kap Arkona

Am Parkplatz 1
18556 Putgarten


info@kap-arkona.de
+49 (0)38391 4190
http://www.kap-arkona.de
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Sport boat and marina Breege

  • Freely accessible at any time
  • 18556 Breege

One of the oldest harbors on Rügen with stately captain's houses and extensive services.

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Aquamaris beach residence Rügen aerial photograph, © Aquamaris/K. Grabowski

Aquamaris beach residence Rügen

  • Wittower Straße, 18556 Juliusruh

The AQUAMARIS Strandresidenz Rügen is located in the north of the Island of Rügen. The 4 restaurants Strandperle, Buffalo, San Marco and Dat Fischhus offer something for every taste. The wellness area includes the Beauty & Wellness Center Aquawell, the swimming pool, the sauna and the fitness center.

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Surfspot Schaabe (Juliusruh)

  • Freely accessible at any time
  • 18556 Juliusruh

After you have worked your way through the typical Baltic Sea shorebreak in Juliusruh, beautiful waves will put a big smile on your face. With sideshore from the northeast and southeast, you surf parallel to the kilometer-long sandy beach.

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Surfspot Kreptitz

  • Freely accessible at any time
  • 18556 Dranske

Windsurfers are among themselves here. Kiting is prohibited. On the offshore sandbanks the waves break very cleanly and on strong wind days easily three meters high. You will have the most fun with sideshore from west-southwest. The standing area is narrow. Rocks lurk everywhere under the water surface. Therefore: experts only!

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Baltic Sea, © surflocal.de

Surfspot North Beach Cape Arkona

  • Freely accessible at any time
  • 18556 Putgarten

Cape Arkona at the northernmost point of the Island of Rügen is only for the hardy. With winds of 4 Beaufort or more from northwest to east, mighty Baltic Sea waves roll against the steep coast. Rocks lurk everywhere in the water, and when the wind blows from the north, extreme windward congestion occurs.

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Surfspot Wiek

  • Freely accessible at any time
  • 18556 Wiek

The wind mecca of Germany is located high in the north of the Island of Rügen and spoils with an incredible standing area that reaches out 450 meters. The spot is recommended for southwest to north winds. You can take courses and rent equipment at the wind and kitesurfing schools. Because of the sheltered location on the Wieker Bodden, the water is as smooth as iron.

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Surfspot Dranske

  • Freely accessible at any time
  • 18556 Dranske

The main spot is located in the middle of the town on the Wieker Bodden - protected from the open Baltic Sea. You can set up and launch on a large meadow. In front of it, there is a large shallow water area with a 200-meter wide standing area. A little insider tip: With east and west winds, you can enjoy the jet effect.

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Blumencafé Rügen - Sök di wat ut!

  • Gerhart-Hauptmann-Straße, 18556 Wiek

The offer in the flower café ranges from homemade cakes to floral ideas for every occasion. We process fruits of the region into delicious spreads and juices. Our café invites you to browse and our garden to linger.

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