Lighthouse Darßer place

Lighthouse Darßer Ort is a red-brick structure at the northern tip of the Fischland-Darss-Zingst peninsula along the Baltic Sea coast. Inside, a nature museum displays exhibitions on marine biology and the region's wildlife and coastal ecosystems.

Built between 1847 and 1848, the tower began operation in 1849 to guide ships along this treacherous coastline. After German reunification in 1995, it opened to visitors for the first time in decades.

The name Darßer Ort reflects the maritime heritage of this sandbar landscape shaped by fishing families and seafaring traditions. Today, displays show how residents historically depended on the sea and its resources.

A staircase of 126 steps leads to the observation deck with views of the coastline and surrounding landscape. Summer months offer longer visiting hours, while winter and spring have shorter schedules.

The museum features aquariums showcasing Baltic Sea life and a recreated forest scene with nocturnal animals that visitors rarely find elsewhere. Adjacent wetland biotopes add another layer of discovery beyond the tower itself.

Location: Born auf dem Darß

Address: Darßer Ort 1–3, 18375 Born a. Darß

Phone: +4938233304

Website: https://natureum-darss.de

GPS coordinates: 54.47282,12.50233

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:05