The Baltic Sea resort of Binz is the largest seaside resort on the east coast of the island of Rügen. The magnificent beach villas in the German seaside resort style known as "Bäderstil" still define the character of the town. As you wander along between the elegant white houses with their intricate ornamentation you feel an atmosphere of yesteryear which persists as far as the beach promenade.
During your trip you might be tempted to spend refreshing hours in the cool water of the Baltic. You can also experience relaxation in the resort's wellness hotels where you can enjoy your stay in Binz having a variety of wellbeing treatments. One of the specialities is treatment with Rügen medicinal chalk which is applied warm to your skin and gives it a lovely feeling.
One of the main attractions you should see during your trip to Binz is the Granitz hunting lodge. Visible from miles away because of its huge central tower, this spectacular building by Prince Malte zu Putbus is the most visited castle in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Inside you can see the valuable fittings in the historicist style. The highlight is the wonderful cast iron staircase leading to the viewing platform. From this you have a fantastic view over large parts of the island.
Just a few yards from the castle is a stop for the island's steam train, affectionately known as Racing Roland. Travelling on this monument to technology for a short trip to the other Baltic resorts or to the Rose Town of Putbus is a special holiday experience. You can see more steam engines and other milestones in the history of technology in the Railway and Technology Museum in Prora.
In Binz itself, apart from the Bäderstil villas, the massive spa hotel on the beach promenade is worth seeing. This large building with its towers and little pavilions now houses an award-winning restaurant with a beautiful view out to sea. Just a few yards away is the 370 metre pier of the Baltic Sea resort of Binz. During your trip to Binz on a day trip you can go from here via the port of Sassnitz to the picturesque white cliffs which are the emblem of the Baltic island of Rügen.
You should also explore the natural surroundings of the Baltic Sea resort of Binz during your mini-break. The Granitz Hills have numerous footpaths and romantic knolls and valleys to tempt you in. The Schmachter See Lake with its reedy shores is also an oasis of calm. In addition the sensory park outside the Baltic Sea resort of Binz, which has fountains, terraces and various fragrance gardens to appeal to your eyes, ears and nose, gives you an opportunity for reflective time.
