Leuchtturm Darßer Ort

Lighthouse Born a. Darß, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

What to expect

The Leuchtturm Darßer Ort is a lighthouse located on the western beach at the northernmost tip of the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The lighthouse is 35.4 meters high and offers a breathtaking view over the Baltic Sea and the surrounding nature. It is one of the oldest sea lights on the German Baltic coast and is embedded in a multifaceted landscape of gentle dunes, romantic beaches, forest, and rustic coastal sections. The lighthouse is part of the NATUREUM natural history museum, which conveys the diversity, dynamics, and need for protection of nature in the coastal landscape. The museum features exhibitions on the natural environment of Darßer Ort, the Baltic Sea coast, and the animals of the Darß region. Visitors can climb the tower and enjoy a fantastic panoramic view from the viewing platform. The lighthouse and its surroundings offer delightful impressions for all senses, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

Plan your family visit to the Leuchtturm 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 the lighthouse at Darßer Ort. It is one of the oldest on Germany's coasts. From the top, there is a wide view of the Darßer Ort and the rest of the peninsula

Highlights: We enjoyed the views of the lighthouse. The lighthouse is the home of the Natureum, part of the Meeresmuseum ✨