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Insel Poel

Welcome to the island of Poel - a hidden gem in Germany! This guide offers you everything you need for an unforgettable holiday. The island is located on the Baltic Sea and is only a short drive from Wismar.

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Attractions in Insel Poel


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Bicycle Rides · East Coast of Mecklenburg
Around the island of Poel
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 24.7 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 59 m
Descent 59 m

We cycle around the beautiful island of Poel. Many wonderful beaches invite us to take a swim in the Baltic Sea. Bird lovers should pack binoculars!

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from Mareike Platz,   Outdooractive Editors
Bicycle Rides · East Coast of Mecklenburg
Cycling route Wismar Bay
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 49.7 km
Duration 3:23 h
Ascent 33 m
Descent 32 m

A varied route along the Wismar Bay - starting at the Baltic Sea resort Boltenhagen, via the Hanseatic city of Wismar to the island of Poel.

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from Verband Mecklenburgischer Ostseebäder e. V.,   Ostseeküste Mecklenburg
Hiking Trail · East Coast of Mecklenburg
On the island of Poel
Premium content Difficulty easy
Distance 12.5 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 15 m
Descent 15 m

This wonderful island hike takes us along the very beautiful northwest coast and back through the island's interior. In summer, swimwear should ...

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Bicycle Rides · Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Round trip on Poel Island
Map / Round trip on Poel Island
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 29.5 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 21 m
Descent 21 m

On the lighthouse route around the charming island, you also have the opportunity to swim and relax at various beaches.

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from Verband Mecklenburgischer Ostseebäder e.V.,   Ostseeküste Mecklenburg
Hiking Trail · East Coast of Mecklenburg
Round route Island Poel 2
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 20.5 km
Duration 5:01 h
Ascent 21 m
Descent 20 m

Round route Island Poel Schwarzen Busch - Gollwitz - Fährdorf - Kirchdorf

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from Peter HRO,   Community
Hiking Trail · East Coast of Mecklenburg
The Secluded Beaches of Poel
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 13.9 km
Duration 3:21 h
Ascent 50 m
Descent 42 m

From Gollwitz, we hike as the mood strikes us—in the shallow water, along the beach, or on the paved path between the trees—always following the ...

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from Marius. R.,   Community
Hiking Trail · East Coast of Mecklenburg
Circular route on the island of Poel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 17.6 km
Duration 4:18 h
Ascent 17 m
Descent 17 m

ISLAND POEL + TIMMENDORF BEACH From Kirchdorf via Schwarzen Busch to Timmendorf Beach, the West Beach, and back to Kirchdorf.

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from Peter HRO,   Community
Hiking Trail · East Coast of Mecklenburg
Short round at Timmendorf Beach on the island of Poel
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.7 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 93 m
Descent 73 m

At your own risk along the beach below the cliff coast, then back through the narrow forest above the cliff coast. Something for a shorter ...

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from Klaus Dreps,   Community
Thematic Trail · East Coast of Mecklenburg
Sightseeing in Kirchdorf on the Poel peninsula
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 1.5 km
Duration 0:20 h
Ascent 2 m
Descent 2 m

Short sightseeing route to the brick island church and Veste Poel, as well as a short motorized detour to the beach.

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from Ulli's Wandertouren,   Community
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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The geographical location of this picturesque island makes it a perfect destination. With its beaches, dunes and salt marshes, the nature here is breathtakingly beautiful. There are many opportunities for hiking or cycling on the numerous hiking and cycling trails around the island. A special attraction are also the many bird sanctuaries where you can observe rare species.

But there is much more than nature on the island of Poel. Visit the 18th century Bothmer Castle with its magnificent gardens or explore the village of Kirchdorf with its charming old town.

For culture enthusiasts, there are various events every year such as concerts, exhibitions and theatre performances as part of the "Poeler Kultursommer" festival. The island also has a lot to offer in terms of culinary delights - try fresh fish straight from the harbour or enjoy regional specialities such as Labskaus or Rote Grütze.

If it rains, you can still have fun! Visit the Meerbad in Timmendorf Strand with its adventure pool and sauna landscape as well as a water slide for children. Or take a walk through the museum house in Malchow, which offers insights into life on the island in the 19th century.

The most beautiful places to enjoy nature and relax are undoubtedly the beaches of Gollwitz or Timmendorf Strand. Here you can also practise water sports such as sailing, surfing or kite surfing - best in the summer months.

Summarising: The island of Poel is a destination for every taste! Whether nature lovers, culture enthusiasts or families with children - everyone will find something suitable here. Visit this beautiful island and experience an unforgettable holiday!

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Reviews

  • November 18, 2025
    Anja Westhues
    Eine sehr schöne Tour, teils unbefestigt, aber für uns gehört das dazu :-)
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    Written November 18, 2025
  • April 19, 2025
    P Os
    April 17, 2025
    Super schöne Strecke! Absolut empfehlenswert! Der Kommentar, man müsste die größten Teil der Strecke schieben, ist komplett nicht nachvollziehbar. Es handelt sich bei dem fraglichen Teil um den Abschnitt rund um Timmendorf. Da musste ich mein Citybike, ohne Profil und ohne Federung 50 m schieben. Meine zehnjährige Tochter, die auf ihrem Mountainbike dabei war, musste vlt 20 m schieben und hat sich die ganze Zeit über diesen Kommentar lustig gemacht. Es hätte in der Streckenbeschreibung erwähnt werden können, dass man nicht immer asphaltierte Wege befährt und dass ein kleiner Teil versandet ist. Dort kann man aber meistens am Rand immer noch fahren, bzw an einer längeren Stelle führt parallel 1-2 m daneben ein kleiner, fester Pfad entlang, da muss man sich nur stellenweise unter Zweigen wegducken. Uns hat das gut gefallen, ein bisschen Abenteuerfeeling! Von Timmendorf abgesehen ist alles ganz normal befahrbar. Aber für Radfahrer, die außer Asphalt nichts befahren wollen wäre das die falsche Strecke.
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    Written April 19, 2025
  • October 10, 2020
    Ina Hafner
    Tolle Tour besonders im Sonnenschein macht Spaß
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    Written October 10, 2020
    Bicycle Rides
    Rundreise Insel Poel
  • October 27, 2014
    Stefan Schultz 
    May 26, 2014
    Leichte Wanderung über augetretende Pfade, einsame Strände und Feldwege... Bei sonnigen Wetter ist eine Mütze empfehlenswert... Im Hafen kann man sich mit leckeren Fischbröthen und anderen Köstlichkeiten stärken...
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    Photo: Stefan Schultz, Community
    Photo: Stefan Schultz, Community
    Photo: Stefan Schultz, Community
    Photo: Stefan Schultz, Community
    Photo: Stefan Schultz, Community
    Written October 27, 2014
    Hiking Trail
    On the island of Poel
  • December 17, 2011
    Robert und Anni 
    December 01, 2011
    Sehr schöne Tour. Mit Hunden sehr geeignet
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    Wandern mit Hund Poel
    Photo: Robert Wallis, Community
    Written December 17, 2011

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