Groß Strömkendorf: Reric, Water Landscapes and Cycle Paths

Groß Strömkendorf combines a distinctive archaeological history with a varied waterside and coastal landscape. Anyone wishing to combine culture, nature and active days on holiday will find a range of points of interest here: the site of the historic trading centre of Reric, the bodies of water in Wismar Bay and the Salzhaff, as well as the signposted Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route. Depending on your personal interests, this allows you to plan your trip in very different ways.

History surrounding the trading centre of Reric

The archaeological site at Groß Strömkendorf is identified with the trading centre of Reric, which was first mentioned in Carolingian sources in the year 808. This historical connection gives the area its own distinctive cultural perspective. For travellers interested in archaeology and early trading history, Groß Strömkendorf therefore offers a subject that can be meaningfully incorporated into a trip along the Baltic coast, without limiting the stay to pure relaxation by the water.

Water activities on Wismar Bay and the Salzhaff

In the area of Wismar Bay and the Salzhaff, you can fish, sail, paddle and go boating in compliance with the applicable navigation and fishing regulations. The bird sanctuary also has various areas for kitesurfing, windsurfing, stand-up paddleboarding, or SUP for short, wing foiling and jet skiing. This means that the possible programme ranges from peaceful hours on the water to more sports-oriented activities. If you are travelling with several people, different interests can be taken into account when planning the day, without everyone having to choose the same activity.

The Breitling also has a clearly recognisable landscape character. Its waters are predominantly less than 1 m deep and have layers of silt over the bottom. This feature is just as much part of the region's character as the shore areas of Groß Strömkendorf and Breitling. There you will find salt grassland areas and brackish-water reed beds on alluvial islands and shores, interspersed with tidal channels and small bodies of water. Clear contrasts develop between extremely wet floodplain areas and higher-lying dry areas, repeatedly changing the way the landscape is perceived.

Cycling with a range of stage ideas

The signposted Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route leads via Redentin to Groß Strömkendorf. From there, you can branch off to the nature reserve island of Poel. The Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route also runs along the L12 country road on its own lane and reaches the houses of Wodorf. This creates several thematic possibilities for planning your trip: you can include the area as a destination on a cycling tour, combine a day on the water with a cycling stage, or focus on the historic site and the coastal landscape.

Find accommodation to suit your travel interests

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Groß Strömkendorf, it helps to first determine the type of trip you want. Those interested in culture can base their plans on the history of Reric, while water enthusiasts can focus on the activities available in Wismar Bay, the Salzhaff and the Breitling. Anyone wishing to travel by bicycle should take into account the route of the Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route and the turn-off to Poel. Please observe the applicable navigation and fishing regulations during water activities. This makes your choice of accommodation part of a considered travel plan that reflects the character of Groß Strömkendorf and leaves room for a variety of holiday days.

For further research, you can also visit the following places and areas: Amt Rehna, Teschow, Klein Labenz, Beckerwitz, Kirchdorf, Amt Dorf Mecklenburg-Bad Kleinen, Barendorf and Amt Gadebusch.

To the main travel overview: Northwest Mecklenburg.