How do I get to Sellin Beach?

Sellin is accessible by car via the B196 road across Rügen Island. Regular train connections run from Stralsund to Sellin-Ost station, from where it's a short walk to the beach. The historic narrow-gauge steam railway 'Rasender Roland' connects Sellin with other Rügen resort towns. Once in Sellin village, follow signs to the pier; a scenic staircase or elevator descends from the cliff-top promenade to the beach level. Free and paid parking is available in the village, though spaces fill quickly in summer.

Where can I eat and stay near Sellin Beach?

Sellin offers numerous accommodation options including spa hotels, guesthouses, and vacation apartments, many with sea views from the cliff-top location. The village center has restaurants, cafes, and bakeries serving regional German and seafood cuisine. The pier itself houses a restaurant with Baltic Sea views. Accommodation ranges from budget pensions to upscale wellness hotels. Booking well in advance is essential for summer visits, especially July and August. Many establishments close or reduce hours during the off-season winter months.

What makes Sellin's pier special?

The Seebrücke Sellin pier is one of the most photographed landmarks on Rügen Island, featuring elegant early-20th-century architecture with a distinctive pavilion at its end. Originally built in 1906 and reconstructed after storm damage, it extends over 400 meters into the Baltic Sea. The pier houses a restaurant and diving gondola, and serves as a departure point for boat tours. The combination of the white pier structure against the backdrop of Sellin's colorful historic villas on the clifftop creates an iconic and highly Instagrammable scene.

Sellin · Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · Germany

Sellin Beach

The Seebrücke's turreted silhouette rises on stilts from the shoreline, its restaurant pavilion suspended over waves that shift from jade to pewter with the changing light. You descend 400 steps through beech forest to reach the sand below.

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The descent becomes a ritual: past ivy-draped villas, through tunnels of beech and oak, counting steps until the canopy breaks and the beach spreads before you in a crescent of pale sand. The pier commands every angle, its Wilhelmine architecture—all cream-colored balustrades and green-copper domes—improbably delicate against the muscular Baltic. High season…

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Sellin Beach

Sellin, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

54.3792°, 13.6966°

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At Sellin Beach

Frame the Pier

Golden hour from sand

Climb to Cliffs

White chalk headland trails

Deep-Water Plunge

Quick drop-off for swimmers

Dine Over Waves

Pier restaurant at sunset

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Questions people actually ask about Sellin Beach.

Is Sellin Beach safe for swimming and families?

Sellin Beach is generally safe for swimming and very family-friendly. The sandy shoreline slopes gently into the Baltic Sea, making it suitable for children. During summer months, lifeguards are typically on duty at designated swimming areas. The water can be cool even in summer, and conditions in the Baltic can change quickly, so always check local flags and warnings. The beach is well-maintained with clean facilities, and the nearby promenade offers safe walking areas away from the water.

When is the best time to visit Sellin Beach?

Sellin Beach is accessible year-round, but the warmest weather and best swimming conditions occur from June through August, when temperatures reach 20-25°C. May and September offer pleasant weather with fewer crowds, ideal for beach walks and photography. Even winter visits have their charm, with dramatic coastal scenery and the iconic pier remaining photogenic. Sunrise and golden hour provide the best lighting for photographing the historic pier. Weekdays are generally quieter than weekends during peak summer season.