Real Estate Market Greifswald & Umgebung
Median purchase price 2.230 €/sq. ft. · 4.133 listings
Wieck Sailing and Fishing Harbor
Wieck is one of the oldest fishing villages in northern Germany and has close ties to the monastery in Eldena.
Even back then, the fishing port on the Ryck River served as an important outer harbor for the city of Greifswald. The historic fishing village of Wieck is located directly on the Greifswald Bodden. The village’s landmark is the Wieck bascule bridge, built in the Dutch style. Fishing, in particular, is still very much a part of life here. Whether it’s fish sandwiches, typical regional fish dishes, or more unusual creations—food lovers will find a wide array of culinary delights. Along the Ryck River, which flows into the Bodden here, numerous fishing boats, yachts, and sailboats are moored, underscoring the town’s maritime charm. The beautiful promenade, where you’ll find wooden sculptures by international and local artists, and the direct beachfront location also invite you to take long walks. As a district of the Hanseatic city of Greifswald, there are also numerous entertainment options and places to visit beyond the fishing village itself. Gaffelrigg Fishermen’s Festival Traditionally, the “Gaffelrigg” Fishermen’s Festival takes place on the third weekend of July in the Hanseatic city of Greifswald. It is the largest maritime folk festival in Western Pomerania and offers its guests not only numerous entertainment options but also the eponymous “Gaffellrigg” fleet of traditional and museum ships, as well as a colorful supporting program.
Wieck Fishing Harbor – the Maritime Heart of Greifswald’s Baltic Sea Coast
The Wieck sailing and fishing harbor is one of the most impressive maritime destinations in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. This historic fishing village is one of the oldest in northern Germany and is situated directly on the Greifswald Bodden, where the Ryck River flows into the Baltic Sea. As early as the Middle Ages, Wieck served as an important outer harbor for the Hanseatic city of Greifswald and maintained close ties with the nearby Eldena Monastery.
Wieck’s Drawbridge and Promenade along the Ryck
The town’s landmark is the Wieck bascule bridge, built in the Dutch style, which continues to shape the town’s character to this day. Fishing boats, yachts, and sailing ships line the banks of the Ryck, underscoring the lively maritime atmosphere. The promenade invites visitors to take leisurely strolls—lined with wooden sculptures by international and local artists that lend the path a special cultural character.
Fresh Fish and Regional Cuisine in Wieck
Fishing is still very much a part of life in Wieck. Whether it’s classic fish sandwiches, typical regional dishes, or more unusual culinary creations—fish lovers will find a wide variety of options here. Those who’d like to explore more of the region will find, as a district of Greifswald, numerous other destinations—from the Old Town to excursions to the coastal areas near Rügen or the Fischland-Darß-Zingst region.
Gaffelrigg Fishermen’s Festival—the largest maritime folk festival in Western Pomerania
Traditionally held on the third weekend in July, the “Gaffelrigg” Fishermen’s Festival takes place in Greifswald. It is considered the largest maritime folk festival in Western Pomerania and attracts numerous visitors every year. In addition to a colorful program of entertainment, guests can look forward to the eponymous Gaffelrigg, featuring traditional and museum ships—a spectacle that brings the region’s maritime history to life.
Other attractions 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!
Church of St. Jacobi Greifswald
● Greifswald
St. Jacob's Church, dedicated to the patron saint of fishermen, was first mentioned by name in 1280. The brick church consists of a three-aisled hall and the somewhat narrower square west tower. Until a fire in 1955, the originally taller tower still had a half-timbered top, which was not restored when the tower roof was reconstructed.
Events in Greifswald
10. September – 11. September 2026
The Imperial Police Regulations and the Dress Code in the Croy Tapestry
● Pommersches Landesmuseum
Public Evening Lecture by Professor Dr. Philipp Zitzlsperger (University of Innsbruck, Institute of Art History)
20. September 2026, 18:00–20:30
Piano Meets Poetry: Wandering Through Worlds with Rilke
● Theaterwerft
Guest Performance
25. September – 26. September 2026
Sex? I'd love to!
● Theaterwerft
A musical comedy by Dario Fo and Franca Rame
Accommodations auf Greifswald & Umgebung
Vacation rentals, 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!