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Kröpelin "retractable" mill
The landmark of the town of Kröpelin - the "retractable" mill Anyone driving through Kröpelin from Kühlungsborn or Rerik will not believe their eyes.
The mill, visible from the eastern edge of the town, suddenly disappears and reappears a short time later. Construction work on the Galerie-Holländer-Mühle began in 1904 and it was put into operation in 1906. It has a 2-storey solid brick substructure. The first floor is square and made of stone, while the central mill body with eight sides is also built of solid stone and covered with shingles. The wings of this Dutch mill - also known as a cap mill - are attached to the cap so that it can be turned into the wind. The wind turbine of the mill and parts of the equipment are still preserved. The mill was even still in operation until 1952. After it was decommissioned, it was then used as a warehouse for agricultural businesses and for the school as a "polytechnic" center. In 1986, work began on converting the mill into a restaurant. However, this conversion work came to a standstill due to the changes brought about by the fall of communism. In 2006, the "Kröpeliner Mühle" e.V. association was founded with the aim of renovating the mill in order to preserve it as a Kröpelin landmark and to organize and hold cultural events around the mill. The mill is owned by the town. Extensive renovation work began in 2012. The renovation work was completed in 2013 and the mill was reopened on December 20.
The "sinking" Kröpelin mill - a visual mystery on the Baltic Sea coast
If you drive through Kröpelin on the way from Kühlungsborn or Rerik, you will experience an unusual phenomenon: the mill, which can be seen from afar from the eastern edge of the town, suddenly appears to sink - and then reappears shortly afterwards. This optical illusion phenomenon has earned the "submersible" Kröpelin mill its special nickname and makes it one of the strangest landmarks in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
History of the Galerie-Holländer-Mühle in Kröpelin
Construction of the Galerie-Holländer-Mühle - also known as the Kappenmühle - began in 1904 and it was put into operation in 1906. It owes its characteristic appearance to a two-storey solid brick substructure: the first floor is square and made of stone, while the central mill body is octagonal and also solidly built, clad with shingles. A typical feature of this type of mill is that the sails are attached to the rotating cap so that it can always face into the wind. The mill was in operation until 1952, after which it was used as a warehouse and for a time as a polytechnic center for the school.
Restoration and reopening of the Kröpelin landmark
After the fall of communism, renovation plans initially came to a standstill. It was not until 2006 that the "Kröpeliner Mühle" e.V. association was founded, which has since been committed to the restoration and preservation of the landmark and organizes cultural events around the mill. Extensive renovation work began in 2012 and was completed in 2013. The mill was ceremoniously reopened on December 20, 2013. The wind turbine and parts of the historic equipment have been preserved to this day - a rare testimony to the history of the mill on the German Baltic coast between Rostock and Wismar.
Other attractions in Kröpelin
East Rock Museum Kröpelin
● Kröpelin
Cross-section of East German rock music and cultural history from 40 years of the GDR - guided tours on request On July 3, 2015, the exhibition on East German rock, as part of the entertainment music of the GDR, was opened. Originating from the fund of the "Sechzig -Vierzig" association from Berlin, a unique interactive experience museum was created in cooperation with the University of Wismar, divided into 5 themed areas. Discover it for yourself and let yourself be transported back in time.
Hubelzauber Ceramic Art Studio
● Kröpelin
Clay in its most beautiful form. Art that leaves something in us - a feeling, a thought, perhaps even a smile. The ceramics studio in Kröpelin has been creating unusual, unique objects, sculptures and original figures in convincingly high quality stoneware by hand for many years. All ceramic objects are modeled by hand and individually crafted as unique pieces. No series are produced, no casting molds or industrial templates are used. In the end, each blank is a unique piece with a unique feel and its own individual character. Discover lovely garden accessories, sculptures and decorative ceramics for your living ambience and interior - dreamlike eye-catchers in every home. The ceramics studio offers a workshop to anyone interested in trying their hand at creating their own work. This is suitable for everyone. No experience is necessary. Let your imagination run wild and create your own little work of art. In this experience course, you will create your desired object over 2 days, each lasting 2 hours. This course is also suitable for vacationers whose stay takes into account the drying time of approx. 1 week between the work steps. After the final firing of your art object, you can collect it or have it sent by the ceramics studio.
Ostsee-Kinder-Land
● Kröpelin
Happy children and relaxed parents At ostsee-kinder-land.de, booking a family vacation is child's play. Whether it's a vacation with a farmer, a vacation home on the Baltic Sea beach or a family resort with all-inclusive services and free childcare. The travel platform for MV offers parents perfect advice on accommodation and vacation destinations from Boltenhagen to Rügen, even for large families and singles with children. Our child-experienced team of young parents has put together extra child-friendly accommodation and varied package tours for family vacations. Blubbi, the bright red funny fish, reveals the best leisure ideas for the kids. Price for 5 nights in a FH 2 adults + 2 children without breakfast: from € 280 for 7 nights in an apartment 2 adults + 2 children free of charge (age 0-8) incl. half board: from € 710
Events in Kröpelin
28. June 2026, 14:00–17:00
"Children's Mill Day"
● versenkbare Mühle Kröpelin
We cordially invite all children and their families to the 2nd Children's Mill Day. Once again, great experiences await you in and around the mill.
30. August 2026, 15:00–17:00
"Best of Anke and Wolfgang"
● versenkbare Mühle Kröpelin
Anke Gohsmann and Wolfgang Kniep present the most successful stories and songs from their 20-year collaboration.
06. September 2026, 15:00–17:00
"Dei Platt Komedi"
● versenkbare Mühle Kröpelin
all sorts of dots up Platt- und Hochdütsch
Accommodations auf Wismar & Nordwestmecklenburg
Vacation rentals, hotels, and more in the region
A-ROSA Ostseehotel Kühlungsborn
● Ostseebad Kühlungsborn
A-ROSA Ostseehotel Kühlungsborn - your vacation hotel in the first row with the restaurant Kiek in, the bar Rondo and the year-round heated indoor and outdoor pool in the SPA-ROSA on 950 square meters.
Old Büdnerei Kühlungsborn
● Kühlungsborn
Store - café - vacation. All this awaits you in the old Büdnerei in Kühlungsborn on the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea coast.
Old horse stable driving
● Fahren
A place for art and culture. Following extensive renovation work, the old horse stable in Fahren has become a place of well-being and a meeting place. The cultural association uses the excellent indoor and outdoor infrastructure for its various events.