#539 European Rank
Heringsdorf Beach
Usedom, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August
Photo: hh oldman (CC BY 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.27/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
19.4°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€63/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Usedom, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
2.4°C
Air 14°C
Feb
1.7°C
Air 15°C
Mar
3.0°C
Air 17°C
Apr
6.8°C
Air 20°C
May
11.5°C
Air 23°C
Jun
15.8°C
Air 26°C
Jul
18.7°C
Air 28°C
Peak
Aug
19.4°C
Air 28°C
Sep
16.5°C
Air 26°C
Oct
12.0°C
Air 23°C
Nov
7.6°C
Air 19°C
Dec
4.2°C
Air 16°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 19.4°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 & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Heringsdorf Beach
Powder sand, wedding-cake villas and Germany's longest pier, at the grandest of Usedom's Kaiserbäder.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located on Usedom island; reachable via regional UBB rail, road via B111, and the continuous cross-border European promenade connecting to Świnoujście.
•Protected Status / Environment: Part of Usedom Island Nature Park (Naturpark Insel Usedom); certified seaside health resort utilizing local therapeutic brine springs.
•Notable Feature: Continuous 42 km beach corridor, Germany's longest pier (Seebrücke Heringsdorf at 508m), grand imperial villas (Kaiserbäder), and active sports beaches.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Usedom, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Accessible via regional coastal roads (53.957°N, 14.171°E).
•Gentle shelf and small waves; easy bathing water since imperial times.
•Germany's longest pier (508 m) juts from a seafront of white belle-époque villas; the promenade runs unbroken to Świnoujście in Poland.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Usedom, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Heringsdorf Beach
What is the water temperature at Heringsdorf Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Heringsdorf Beach averages 19.4°C (67°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Heringsdorf Beach?
Heringsdorf Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Usedom, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.
Is Heringsdorf Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Heringsdorf Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Heringsdorf Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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