Dranske Strand Beach, located in Dranske, a town in northern Rügen, Germany, is a peaceful and scenic beach that offers a range of recreational activities and natural beauty. This beach, situated on the Baltic Sea, is known for its untouched Bodden landscape, a unique coastal wetland ecosystem. The beach is characterized by its long sandy shoreline, rocky terrain, and a significant presence of stones and minerals, including amber. The beach's location adjacent to a nature reserve adds to its overall scenic beauty.
Dranske Strand Beach is popular among surfers, anglers, and sailors due to its windy conditions. It also hosts a windsurfing competition once a year and has a surf school offering various programs. The beach is also a favorite spot among dog owners as there is no leash requirement, making it a great place for dog owners to take their pets for a walk. Despite the currents making it less ideal for swimming, the sandy ground after the first few meters makes swimming possible.
The beach is known for its relatively low amount of seaweed and offers perfect conditions for sunbathing. It is also popular among FKK (nudist) enthusiasts. The beach's secluded location allows visitors to enjoy the sun undisturbed and provides breathtaking views, including a glimpse of the Hiddensee Island. A particular highlight is the picturesque sunset over Hiddensee, which can be viewed from the beach.
Dranske Strand Beach is also known for its variety of stones and minerals, making it an exciting place for collecting. Special finds such as "Hühnergötter" (stones with natural holes) and amber are not uncommon. However, visitors should exercise caution while collecting as occasional metal debris and bottle caps can also be found.
The beach offers various amenities and services, including different beach areas, accessibility for people with disabilities, and leisure activities. While there are no gastronomy facilities or kiosks directly at the beach, food and drink options can be found approximately 2 km away in the town center of Dranske.
Visitors to Dranske Strand Beach should be aware of strict parking regulations in Dranske and are recommended to use the free visitor parking lot. Despite these regulations, free private parking is available nearby. Access to the beach is free of charge. The beach's location in the vicinity of a lighthouse and a cliff makes it easily accessible and adds to the overall scenic beauty of the place.
