Places to Visit in Greifswald

Want to go on a bike ride, a walk, or just relax on the beach? Both Greifswald and the surrounding region offer countless opportunities for you to take a breather – with wide horizons and extensive coastal landscapes included. It doesn’t take long to find Caspar David Friedrich’s source of inspiration for his impressive depictions of the sky.

The town's green oases are easily accessible on foot or by bike. At the same time, you can take advantage of the university and Hanseatic town's ideal location for (maritime) outings to the surrounding region, for example the islands of Rügen, Usedom or Hiddensee. 

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Links steht ein großer, efeubewachsener Baum. Rechts sieht man den mit Wasser gefüllten Wallgraben. Alles ist sehr grün.
© Fiona Schmidt

Discover Greifswald on foot [de]

Distances in Greifswald are short, and nature is never far away. Find tips for beautiful walking routes here.
Ein Mann fährt im goldenen Abendlicht mit dem Fahrrad einen Weg am Wasser entlang.
© Till Junker/UG

By bike to the water’s edge [de]

A bike is not only practical for getting to university, but also for popping down to the waterfront.
Rote und gelbe Strandkörbe am Strand in sommerlicher Abendstimmung.
© Jan Meßerschmidt/UG

Outings to the surrounding region

The coastal landscape of Vorpommern, as well as the inland areas, offer a wide range of possible outings.