Darßer Ort

Peninsula Born a. Darß, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

What to expect

The Darßer Ort is a unique location on the western beach at the northernmost tip of the Darß peninsula in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. It is home to a 36-meter-high brick lighthouse built in 1849, which offers breathtaking views of the Baltic Sea and surrounding nature. The area is also part of the National Park of Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft and features a diverse landscape with dunes, beaches, and forests. The NATUREUM natural history museum is located near the lighthouse and provides insight into the region's natural environment, flora, and fauna. The Darß Forest, which covers most of the peninsula, is a great place for hiking and exploring. The area is also known for its birdwatching opportunities, with tens of thousands of migrating cranes and geese passing through. Families can enjoy various activities, such as visiting the lighthouse, exploring the forest, and learning about the region's natural history at the NATUREUM

Plan your family visit to the Darßer Ort with these blog insights 👇

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Baltic Sea with children: The Darss ABC

Baltic Sea with children: The Darss ABC
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Darßer Ort, which is the northernmost point of the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula. We walked along a wooden walkway and observed coastal birds and plants

Highlights: We marveled at the lighthouse and the surrounding nature. There are many birds and plants to discover! This is part of the Nationalpark Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft ✨

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Fischland-Darß-Zingst: A peninsula full of adventure

Fischland-Darß-Zingst: A peninsula full of adventure
This family's experience:

Activities: We enjoyed a day at Darßer Ort, with options for biking, hiking, and animal observation. We walked on a nearly four-kilometer-long circular path, saw cranes and deer, and visited the lighthouse. We went on the nature trail

Highlights: We enjoyed the nature trail, seeing how land grows from the sea, and we especially liked the view from the lighthouse. The kids also liked watching the animals. The walk was stroller-friendly except for the beach section ✨

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Moor on the Baltic Sea: Insider tips from Bad Doberan via Rügen to Usedom

Moor on the Baltic Sea: Insider tips from Bad Doberan via Rügen to Usedom
This family's experience:

Activities: We went for a walk at Darßer Ort. We walked along the four-kilometer-long path through the 'Neuland' to the beach and lighthouse, where the Natureum is located. We also visited the cafe

Highlights: We enjoyed the walk on the new land formed by the sand. We went to the Natureum (museum). The article says: "Wo früher noch Meer war, wächst der trockengefallene Meeresboden zu." (Where there was sea before, the dried-up seabed grows) ✨