On the one hand, the island of Poel stands for a quiet, relaxed holiday on the Baltic Sea in the middle of a beautiful natural landscape. On the other hand, our beaches and many leisure activities invite you to an active holiday. We will present the options of the state-approved seaside resort of the island of Poel and you can decide how you want to spend the best days of the year!
If you're already on the Baltic Sea, why not leave the safety of the ground and get a breath of fresh sea air on a Kutter (fishing boat)?! After making an appointment in advance, you have the opportunity to explore the waters of Wismar Bay from Timmendorfer Strand or try your luck at catching cod, herring and garfish.
On land, Poel also offers numerous quiet and productive places to fish. For this, you need a valid federal fishing license and a fishing permit. If you don't have a fishing license, you can purchase a temporary tourist fishing license from the tourist office "Kurverwaltung" (validity: 28 days; cost: 24 €; extensions 13 €).
You can also get a fishing permit for fishing in the Baltic Sea in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania from the tourist office "Kurverwaltung" (cost: 6 €/day ticket; 12 €/week; 30 €/annual ticket).
Children up to 13 years of age are allowed to fish without a fishing license, but a fishing permit is also required (cost: 10 €/calendar year).
Do you prefer to take it easy on holiday?
In countless corners of the island you will find motifs that are worth photographing, painting or sketching.
In addition to a pottery workshop at Am Schwarzen Busch, there are galleries and studios of painters who want to pass on their knowledge and skills to you and encourage your talent and ideas. In individual lessons or in groups.
By the way: Have you ever painted watercolors with sea water you scooped yourself?
When you arrive, you will have already noticed that Poel is a "horse island". So why not try something new? Whether you are a beginner or already well-versed in the saddle, our Plath riding stables or the Schulz family's Neuhof stud farm will organize a ride for you according to your needs. Otherwise, you can ask about dates for a carriage ride and let us show you the island in a relaxed and comfortable way with a small horse-powered carriage.
Our island offers you several ways to keep fit and active - here are a few inspirations:
Poel invites you to explore the island on your own, either on foot or by bike, along the signposted country roads. Pack your backpack with snacks & drinks or stop off at one of our restaurants to enjoy delicious Mecklenburg cuisine.
You can get the relevant maps with detailed tour suggestions, an island map and a leaflet with all the restaurants and pubs on the island of Poel from the tourist office (Kurverwaltung) in Kirchdorf.
Guided nature walks and tours along the nature reserves and the coast take place several times a week.
The sea right on your doorstep offers water at any time of day!
In Timmendorf at the water sports school you can rent a pedal boat, take a surfing or kitesurfing course or ride the big banana boat across the Baltic Sea at waterski speed. You can also experience many adventures while sailing a catamaran.
Are you bringing your own boards or wakeboards? Then you will find the perfect opportunity to circle around the “Hinter Wangern” surfing area when the wind is blowing south.