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Catch tower Greifswald
Hafenstraße 31
17489 Greifswald
Greifswald Catch Tower - witness to the medieval town fortifications
The Fangenturm in Greifswald is one of the most remarkable remnants of the former medieval city fortifications of the Hanseatic city on the Baltic coast of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It was mentioned in the town register as early as 1329 under the name "Vangentorm". At a height of 13.50 meters, it remained as a striking rudiment after the fortifications in the area of the Schützenwall were levelled in the 18th century and further altered in the 1970s by the construction of the Hanserings.
From powder tower to observatory - the eventful history of the Fangenturm
The history of the tower is as varied as it is unusual: after it had served its purpose as a powder tower, the city of Greifswald leased it to the university in 1775, which used it as an observatory for a time due to its height and peripheral location. In the middle of the 19th century, the tower was given its characteristic battlements - and from then on also served as a public toilet.
Fishing tower and Greifswald Museum Harbour - history meets seafaring tradition
After extensive renovation and conservation work in the 1990s, the fishing tower found a new purpose: the office of the harbour master of the Greifswald Museum Harbour is now located on the first floor. This port offers over 50 berths, which are reserved exclusively for seaworthy traditional ships - making the tower a living part of the maritime culture that characterizes the entire Baltic coast from Stralsund to Rostock.
Further sights in Greifswald
Caspar David Friedrich Center
📍 Greifswald
The Caspar-David-Friedrich-Zentrum, opened in 2004 in the historic Seifensiederei and expanded in 2011 to include the entire former residential and commercial building of the Friedrich family, commemorates the great painter and greatest son of the city of Greifswald. It is also a museum, documentation and research center. Caspar David Friedrich was born here on September 5, 1774. Visitors can see his father's old soap-making workshop, the family cabinet with the family tree, the Rügen and Eldena rooms with famous motifs from Friedrich's work and the Caspar David Friedrich Gallery. The tour offers comprehensive information on Friedrich's origins, career and creative style as well as on the history of the Friedrich family and their home and business premises, which is also the subject of a long-term research project by the Caspar David Friedrich Society. Changing exhibitions of contemporary art in the Caspar David Friedrich Gallery bear witness to the enduring fascination and impact of Friedrich's work and historical Romanticism. Thanks to its location in the heart of Greifswald's old town, the center is a particularly attractive destination for anyone who wants to follow in the artist's footsteps in his hometown. In the immediate vicinity is St. Nikolai Cathedral, where Caspar David Friedrich was baptized, and it is only a few minutes' walk to the Pomeranian State Museum with its original Friedrich paintings.
Nautic VR - Experience virtual reality
📍 Greifswald
At Nautic-VR you can explore virtual reality together with your friends! So put on your goggles and off you go! Nautic-VR is the only VR arcade in Western Pomerania! Here you can immerse yourself in the wonderful world of virtual reality together with friends in a cozy atmosphere. Whether big or small, there is something for everyone here. For example, you can take a look at the solar system, view an original 16th century knight's castle or marvel at works of art from past eras. For more action, try controlling a giant robot, chasing cute orcs or escaping from a dungeon!
Climbing forest Greifswald
📍 Greifswald
Relaxation in the countryside - the ecologically sustainable climbing forest offers fun for the whole family with no age restrictions. The all-round safety system reliably prevents accidental release. The Greifswald climbing forest is an attractive excursion destination for the whole family. Especially for children of pre-school and primary school age, climbing is an extraordinary development opportunity and great fun. There are no age restrictions so that everyone can try it out to their heart's content. Climbing starts at a height of 0.5 meters for beginners. All elements are designed for two people to help each other. The "Safety-Line" lashing belay system reliably prevents unintentional release. A dedicated team is on hand with compassion, advice and support throughout your climbing training. Free parking is available directly at the north entrance of the Greifswald Volksstadion on Wolgaster Straße.
Events in Greifswald
23. May 2026, 08:00–16:00
Atelier Busch
📍 Atelier Busch
Art:Open 2026 in Western Pomerania
23. May 2026, 08:00–16:00
FrohsinnKeramik
📍 Frohsinn Keramik
Art:Open 2026 in Western Pomerania
26. May 2026, 15:00–15:00
Children's theater "Peter and the Wolf"
📍 Soziokulturelles Zentrum St. Spiritus
with the Schnuppe puppet theater, ages 3 and up
Accommodation auf Stralsund & Vorpommern
Vacation apartments, hotels and more in the region
"Prince Jaromar" Hotel Resort & Spa
📍 Thiessow
In the middle of the UNESCO biosphere reserve Süd-Ost-Rügen, directly on the beach, you will find our private 4-star wellness hotel.
Aeronauticon
📍 Anklam
Everything that flies - from seeds to high-tech airplanes - is the subject of the Aeronauticon, a museum park for looking, playing and learning at Anklam airfield.
Akzent Waldhotel Göhren
📍 Göhren
The sea is at your feet with us!