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Binz Beach

Rugen, Germany•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: J.-H. Janßen (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.28/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

19.1°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€67/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Fine White Sand

Shallow & Gentle

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Rugen · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Refreshing Plunge

Jan

3.0°C

Air 13°C

Feb

2.2°C

Air 14°C

Mar

3.1°C

Air 16°C

Apr

6.1°C

Air 19°C

May

10.8°C

Air 22°C

Jun

14.9°C

Air 25°C

Jul

18.0°C

Air 27°C

Peak

Aug

19.1°C

Air 27°C

Sep

16.4°C

Air 25°C

Oct

12.3°C

Air 22°C

Nov

8.3°C

Air 18°C

Dec

5.0°C

Air 15°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Peak 19.1°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Germany Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness5.0 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing3.7 / 5

About Binz Beach

Rugen's grand white-villa resort lines a broad Baltic strand dotted with hooded wicker beach chairs.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Located on the east coast of Rügen island in Prorer Wiek bay; directly connected by ICE/regional rail, road, and the historic Rasender Roland steam train.

•Protected Status / Environment: Sheltered bay situated within the Biosphere Reserve Southeast Rügen with gently shelving sea bed and rich amber deposits.

•Notable Feature: Over 5 km of fine white sand, a 370-meter historic pier (Seebrücke), classic Strandkorb wicker chairs, and 19th-century white resort architecture (Bäderarchitektur).

Official Tourism Authorities:germany.travel auf-nach-mv.de

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Snorkeling & Watersports

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Rugen. Accessible via regional coastal roads (54.400°N, 13.616°E).

•Gentle, shallow Baltic swimming.

•White seaside-resort villas and a pier on Germany's largest island.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Rugen, Germany.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Binz Beach

What is the water temperature at Binz Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Binz Beach averages 19.1°C (66°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Binz Beach?

Binz Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Rugen, Germany.

Is Binz Beach good for families with kids?

Yes, Binz Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Binz Beach?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

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