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Ribnitz-Damgarten

Welcome to Ribnitz-Damgarten, a charming destination in north-eastern Germany. As a town situated between the rivers Barthe and Recknitz and the Baltic Sea, this region is known for its beautiful nature, historical architecture and cultural diversity.

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Attractions in Ribnitz-Damgarten

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Bicycle Rides · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Old Salt Road smuggler route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 87 km
Duration 5:55 h
Ascent 162 m
Descent 162 m

Smuggler adventure route with 8 stations along the Old Salt Road from the Baltic Sea resort Dierhagen to Bad Sülze or vice versa

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from Vogelparkregion Recknitztal,   Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Water trails · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Paddling on the Recknitz from Tessin to Damgarten
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 52.9 km
Duration 10:40 h
Ascent 1 m
Descent 7 m

The multi-day paddling route starts from Tessin. One-day routes are recommended mostly between Bad Sülze and Marlow.

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from Vogelparkregion Recknitztal,   Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Bicycle Rides · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Great northern cycling pilgrimage route - Ribnitz - Marlow - Ribnitz
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 38.9 km
Duration 2:39 h
Ascent 46 m
Descent 46 m

Churches older than Cologne Cathedral. Visit places with impressive village churches and venerable city churches, traces from Romanticism through ...

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from Vogelparkregion Recknitztal,   Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Water trails · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Lower Recknitz valley by water and land
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 37.1 km
Duration 7:45 h
Ascent 40 m
Descent 40 m

By bike and canoe through the glacial valley. The route can be done with your own or rental bicycles. Due to transport planning, the route must be ...

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from Vogelparkregion Recknitztal,   Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Bicycle Rides · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Ribnitz-Damgarten - Ribnitzer Großes Moor
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 22.9 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 15 m
Descent 12 m

You pass through the Ribnitzer Forest and circle the NSG Ribnitzer Großes Moor. The unique nature of the Great Moor and the nearby Baltic Sea make ...

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from Vogelparkregion Recknitztal,   Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Bicycle Rides · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Nature and cultural trails around Ribnitz-Damgarten
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 44.7 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 76 m
Descent 85 m

On the trail of traces – Discover the region off the beaten paths

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from Vogelparkregion Recknitztal,   Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Hiking Trail · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
From Ribnitz over the pass bridge to Damgarten - Pütnitz
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 12.5 km
Duration 3:05 h
Ascent 10 m
Descent 12 m

From the Ribnitz old town over the Damgarten pass bridge continuing on a natural shore path to the former airfield Pütznitz.

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from Vogelparkregion Recknitztal,   Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Bicycle Rides · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
From Born a. Darß around the Saaler Bodden
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 62 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 11 m
Descent 11 m

This route takes us through quiet Boddenland. It passes by gems of brick architecture, extraordinary museums, and through "forgotten" landscapes.

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Bicycle Rides · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Coastal forest and Ribnitzer Great Moor
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 28.3 km
Duration 1:54 h
Ascent 10 m
Descent 10 m

The varied bike route leads from Ribnitz-Damgarten along the Saaler Bodden through the Ribnitz city forest on the Baltic Sea coast to the pier in ...

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from Vogelparkregion Recknitztal,   Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Bicycle Rides · Fischland-Darß-Zingst
Northern part of the Recknitz valley circular route Lower Recknitztal
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 33.7 km
Duration 7:10 h
Ascent 83 m
Descent 82 m

This route leads from the Damgarten district through the species-rich and diverse Lower Recknitz Nature Reserve to manor houses, cyclist churches, ...

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The first thing you should do is visit the tourist attractions. The German Amber Museum offers an insight into the history of amber and its importance for art and craft. The Damgarten monastery complex with its Gothic brick architecture is another highlight not to be missed.

For culture enthusiasts, there are also many highlights to discover: Visit the Vineta Museum or experience concerts ranging from classical music to jazz at the annual Vineta Festival.

Culinary Ribnitz-Damgarten also has a lot to offer - be sure to try local specialities such as fish dishes from the Baltic Sea or traditional dishes from Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

When it comes to outdoor activities, we can recommend taking a walk on the beach in summer or cycling tours through the picturesque landscape around Ribnitz-Damgarten. In autumn, hikes through the National Park Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft are particularly beautiful. Fishing at one of the many lakes can also be a great experience.

And what to do when it rains? How about a tour of one of the museums or cafés?

In conclusion, everyone can find something to suit their interests in Ribnitz-Damgarten. Whether you are a fan of history and culture or simply want to enjoy nature - this destination is definitely worth a visit!

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Reviews

  • June 14, 2026
    Klaus Kinski
    Community
    Die Schleife in Dierhagen Strand könnte man weglassen. Dadurch kommt es zu keinen Irritationen und versehentlichen Abkürzungen, zumal die Hinweispfeile auf der Straße nicht ausreichten, um der Schleife exakt zu folgen.
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    Challenging
    Written June 14, 2026
    Trail Running
    FDZU - Fischland-Darß-Zingst Ultramarathon
  • September 03, 2025
    Ralph Mücke 
    Community
    September 03, 2025
    Alles top, die Route benötigt ein Update. Bei Michaelsdorf ist diese Route gesperrt und ein Mehrweg muss gefahren werden. Man sollte Zingst nicht umfahren oder auslassen.
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    Photo: Ralph Mücke, Community
    Pension der besonderen Art
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    Seebrücke Zingst
    Photo: Ralph Mücke, Community
    Written September 03, 2025
    Bicycle Rides
    ROUTE 2 | Circuit around the Saaler Bodden
  • September 26, 2021
    Hans Georg Lauer
    Community
    September 26, 2021
    Am Anfang recht langweilig. Dan kommt der Wald und das war dann bei Sonne angenehm. Schön war es am Strand bei Graal. Ansonsten keine Highlights
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    Written September 26, 2021
    Bicycle Rides
    ROUTE 1 | Forest circuit through the Rostocker Heide
  • August 19, 2021
    Minetest_gamer
    Community
    August 19, 2021
    Insgesamt eine superschöne Strecke. Bis Bodstedt zwar viel an Landstraßen entlang, aber der Rest ist super. Weiterer kulinarischer Tipp: der Lachsdöner am Start/Zielpunkt!
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    Written August 19, 2021
    Bicycle Rides
    ROUTE 2 | Circuit around the Saaler Bodden
  • June 08, 2020
    Juliana B.
    Community
    June 07, 2020
    Sehr schöne und entspannende Tour, sobald man Graal-Müritz verlassen hat. Sehr zu empfehlen.
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    Written June 08, 2020
    Bicycle Rides
    Around the Rostock Heath
  • August 15, 2019
    Thomas Weber
    Community
    Tolles Museum. Interessante Exponate! Unbedingt besuchen!
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    Written August 15, 2019
    Museum
    Bernsteinmuseum
  • September 17, 2017
    Detlev Dechert
    Community
    August 21, 2017
    Wir haben die Tour von Zingst gemacht. Wir sind mit unseren Trackingrädern gegen den Uhrzeigersinn gefahren. Unser Tacho hat am Ende 95km angezeigt. Insgesamt hat die Tour 8 Stunden gedauert. In Born und Ribnitz haben wir jeweils 0,5 Stunden Pause gemacht. Da ich unterwegs noch einwenig Geocaching gemacht habe kommen wir auf ca. 6,5 Stunden Fahrzeit. Wir sind bis auf den Bereich um Ribnitz genau dem Track gefolgt. In Ribnitz sind wir der Fahrradbeschilderung gefolgt. So fährt man am Wasser entlang und nicht auf der Hauptstrasse durch den Ort. Danke fürs hochlanden sagt Det und Renate
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    Written September 17, 2017
    Bicycle Rides
    Rund um den Saaler Bodden
  • June 26, 2017
    Beate Wieland 
    Community
    June 14, 2017
    Eine sehr schöne Tour. Wir haben sie gemacht, waren aber in Pruchten auf dem Campingplatz. Der erste Gedanke - mit dem Auto nach Born und dann auf das Schiff um am Ende wieder ds Auto zu haben. Allerdings ist die Lösung einfacher : das Schiff "Heidi" fährt um 15 Uhr von Born nach Bodstedt, um 16,50 gibt es dann noch eine weitere Verbindung. Allerdings kann sich das jährlich ändern da die Reedereien die Routen Anfang des Jahres "auslosen"
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    Fährschiff Heidi
    Photo: Beate Wieland, Community
    Schifferkirche Ahrenshoop
    Photo: Beate Wieland, Community
    on the beach near Wustrow
    Photo: Beate Wieland, Community
    Written June 26, 2017
    Bicycle Rides
    From Born a. Darß around the Saaler Bodden
  • July 14, 2016
    Gunnar Piontkowski
    Community
    Lanschaftlich wunderschöne Route die wirklich alles bietet!Egal ob Schotterpiste,Waldwege oder Asphalt.Alles dabei:-))Ein kleiner Abstecher über Bockhorst und Carlewitz an die Reknitz unterstreicht dann diese traumhafte Tour!! Wir werden sie wieder fahren:-)
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    Written July 14, 2016
    Bicycle Rides
    Explorer route from Ribnitz into the hinterland of the Baltic Sea

Destinations in Ribnitz-Damgarten

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