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Prerow Beach
Darß Peninsula, Germany•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August
Photo: Sammy Zimmermanns (CC BY 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.30/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
18°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€48/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Darß Peninsula · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
3.3°C
Air 13°C
Feb
2.5°C
Air 14°C
Mar
3.3°C
Air 16°C
Apr
5.9°C
Air 19°C
May
10.0°C
Air 22°C
Jun
14.4°C
Air 25°C
Jul
17.3°C
Air 27°C
Peak
Aug
18.0°C
Air 27°C
Sep
15.6°C
Air 25°C
Oct
12.2°C
Air 22°C
Nov
8.7°C
Air 18°C
Dec
5.4°C
Air 15°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 18.0°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Germany Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.8 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Prerow Beach
A broad, gently shelving Baltic beach backed by the wind-sculpted pine forest of the wild Darß national park.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located on the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula on the Baltic coast; accessible via road and bus networks from Ribnitz-Damgarten or Barth.
•Protected Status / Environment: Directly adjoins the Western Pomerania Lagoon Area National Park (Nationalpark Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft) with pristine coastal dunes and Darß primeval forest.
•Notable Feature: Exceptionally wide, fine white sand beach, Germany's longest Baltic pier (Seebrücke Prerow at 720m, opened 2024), and iconic dune camping.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Darß Peninsula. Accessible via regional coastal roads (54.457°N, 12.573°E).
•Shallow, calm and clean.
•A broad, forest-backed beach in the wild Darß-Zingst national park.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Darß Peninsula, Germany.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Prerow Beach
What is the water temperature at Prerow Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Prerow Beach averages 18°C (64°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Prerow Beach?
Prerow Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Darß Peninsula, Germany.
Is Prerow Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Prerow Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Prerow Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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