NATUREUM
NATUREUM Darßer Ort
Fee required
Cafe
Parking available
Explore natural history exhibitions, a historic lighthouse, and scenic trails at NATUREUM Darßer Ort on the Darß peninsula.

📜 Discover NATUREUM Darßer Ort, a unique natural history museum and lighthouse on the scenic Darß peninsula.
🔍 Part of the German Oceanographic Museum, it highlights the local ecosystem within a national park.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore engaging natural history exhibitions and aquariums
燈塔 Climb the historic 1849 Darßer Ort lighthouse for panoramic views
🚶‍♀️ Hike or bike through beautiful Darß Forest trails and dune landscapes
🌿 Learn about the local ecosystem and diverse wildlife
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a family-friendly outing in a stunning natural setting

Why Avoid

🚗 Requires alternative transport (walking, cycling, carriage, train) as cars are not permitted to the site.
🌧️ Primarily an outdoor experience, less enjoyable in bad weather.

Cost

💰 Adults 8 €, Young/Seniors 6 €, Children 5 €. Family discounts and combo tickets available.

Hours

🕒 May, Sep, Oct: daily 10 am – 5 pm; Jun-Aug: daily 10 am – 6 pm; Nov-Apr: Wed-Sun 11 am – 4 pm.
⚠️ Closed Dec 22 - Jan 1. Last admission 30 min before closing.

Getting There

🚶‍♀️ On foot: Hike from Prerow (approx. 75 min), Born, or Wieck through the Darß Forest.
🚴 By bike: Reach via passable forest paths from Prerow, Born, or Wieck.
🐎 By horse-drawn carriage: Rides offered from Prerow (approx. 45 min).
🚂 By Darßbahn: Small railway from Prerow to Darßer Ort, with 7 stops.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Not accessible by car directly. Parking available in nearby towns: Prerow, Wieck, Born, "Drei Eichen", Ahrenshoop.

☕ Cafe

☕ Museum café available for guests after tower climb.