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Gingst

Welcome to Gingst, a charming town on the island of Rügen in north-eastern Germany. This guide provides you with all the information you need to make the most of your stay here.

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Attractions in Gingst


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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 31.6 km
Duration 2:07 h
Ascent 36 m
Descent 36 m

A wonderful bike route from Gingst through the rural idyll of the Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft National Park to the small island of Ummanz

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from Tourismusverband Rügen,   Island of Rügen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 31 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 12 m
Descent 12 m

In the west of the island of Rügen lies the small island of Ummanz, connected to Rügen by a bridge. Our cycling route takes us from Gingst to the ...

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from User Alpstein,   Outdooractive Editors
Long Distance Cycling · Germany
Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route (D-Route 2)
Premium content Difficulty moderate closed
Distance 1,072.8 km
Duration 74:00 h
Ascent 2,438 m
Descent 2,457 m

The Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route or D-Route 2 runs along the entire German Baltic Sea coast from the Danish to the Polish border.

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from Wiebke Hillen,   Outdooractive Premium
Bicycle Rides · Rügen
Large cycle ride on Rügen
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 204.8 km
Duration 14:00 h
Ascent 420 m
Descent 413 m

On our varied, long cycle ride, we explore the east coast of the island, the Jasmund peninsula, and then travel over Wittow by ferry towards West ...

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from Tourismusverband Rügen e.V.,   Island of Rügen
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 69.5 km
Duration 4:40 h
Ascent 55 m
Descent 71 m

We dive into the history of fishing on Rügen and learn more about the history of fish catching, fish trade, and fish processing on the Baltic Sea ...

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from Stefanie Lemcke,   Island of Rügen
Bicycle Rides · Rügen
Around Ummanz
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 30.5 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 12 m
Descent 12 m

Today we cycle on Rügen this beautiful route around Ummanz and enjoy the lovely Bodden landscape in the national park.

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Bicycle Rides · Rügen
Manor houses on Rügen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36 km
Duration 2:25 h
Ascent 24 m
Descent 24 m

This cycling route connects numerous historic buildings in central Rügen. We use lightly trafficked roads as well as forest and field paths.

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from User Alpstein,   Outdooractive Editors
Long Distance Cycling · Germany
Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 695.4 km
Duration 47:20 h
Ascent 1,075 m
Descent 1,071 m

Cliffs and white sandy beaches.

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Office National Allemand du Tourisme
Premium content Difficulty difficult
Distance 102.8 km
Duration 10:15 h
Ascent 69 m
Descent 113 m

​Tiny villages, secluded country roads, tree-lined avenues, and rolling grain fields—in the hinterland beyond the coast and away from the hustle ...

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Long Distance Cycling · East Coast of Mecklenburg
Baltic Sea Coastal Cycle Route
recommended route Difficulty closed
Distance 695.4 km
Duration 47:20 h
Ascent 1,075 m
Descent 1,071 m

Close to the sea

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from Tourismusverband Mecklenburg-Vorpommern,   Island of Rügen
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Geographically, Gingst is located in the heart of Rügen and is therefore an ideal starting point for exploring the entire island. The town itself has a tranquil atmosphere and offers visitors a glimpse of rural life on Rügen. With an abundance of historic buildings such as the St. Jacobi Church or the old manor house, it is also a popular destination for those interested in culture.

Tourist attractions abound in Gingst: The nearby Jasmund National Park with its impressive chalk cliffs should be at the top of your list. The famous Sellin pier or Granitz Castle are also only a short drive away.

Cultural highlights are also plentiful in this region: for example, visit the annual arts and crafts market or enjoy classical concerts during the "Rügener Sommerklänge" festival.

The culinary delights of Gingst will tantalise your taste buds - be sure to try the freshly caught fish from the Baltic Sea or sample local specialities such as smoked ham or homemade jam.

For outdoor activities, the warmer months are particularly suitable - hiking and cycling along the coast are very popular with tourists. Water sports enthusiasts also get their money's worth, whether it's surfing or sailing.

If the weather doesn't cooperate, there are also indoor activities to discover in Gingst, such as museums and galleries.

Where is the most beautiful? That depends on your personal preferences - but a walk through the green meadows around the village will certainly delight many visitors.

Overall, Gingst is definitely worth a trip. This travel guide provides you with all the necessary information for an unforgettable stay in this charming town on the island of Rügen.

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  • October 11, 2009
    Peter Schulz
    October 10, 2009
    Wir haben nur die Runde auf der Insel Ummanz gemacht. Es ist eine einzigartige Landschaft, der Stop zur Vogelbeobachtung ist sehr lohnenswert (jedenfalls zur Zeit im Oktober)
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    Written October 11, 2009

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