Step aboard Berta and experience a flexible sailing trip from Greifswald to Wustrow. Between the Greifswald Bodden, Rügen, Usedom, the Strelasund, the Darß peninsula and the open Baltic Sea, an exceptionally varied sailing area awaits, where the wind helps shape the route.
Berta is a simple, rustic sailing ship with plenty of character. Do not expect a luxury yacht, but an honest and authentic sailing experience where teamwork, nature, wind and water take centre stage. This straightforward atmosphere is exactly what gives the voyage its special charm.
The exact route is decided along the way, depending on wind, weather and conditions on the water. Possible options include a route through the Strelasund towards the Darß, a voyage around Rügen with Cape Arkona and the famous chalk cliffs, a trip around Usedom or, in suitable conditions, even a longer stretch towards Denmark, for example to the island of Møn.
Many possible routes from Greifswald
The voyage begins in Greifswald, a historic Hanseatic town close to the Greifswald Bodden. After boarding, you get to know the ship, the skipper and your fellow travellers. The best route for the coming days is then chosen according to wind, weather and the available sailing time.
This flexibility is what makes the trip so exciting. From Greifswald, several very different sailing areas are within reach. The Greifswald Bodden offers wide, often more sheltered waters. The Strelasund connects the mainland with the island of Rügen. Around Rügen, striking coastal landscapes, small harbours, Cape Arkona and the famous chalk cliffs may await.
Usedom can also become part of the journey. Here, Bodden waters, Baltic Sea coastline and quiet waterfront villages alternate beautifully. If the wind and conditions are favourable, Berta may even set course for Denmark. Møn is a particularly attractive option, with white chalk cliffs, Danish island atmosphere and the feeling of a real Baltic Sea passage.
From Greifswald to Wustrow
The destination of this voyage is Wustrow on the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula. This region lies between the Baltic Sea and the Bodden waters and is known for its long beaches, reed landscapes, small villages, maritime history and abundant nature.
The route to Wustrow does not have to be a direct line. Sometimes a more sheltered route through the Bodden waters and the Strelasund is the best choice. On other days, the wind may allow a longer stretch across more open Baltic Sea waters. Perhaps the voyage first leads east, perhaps north, or perhaps along the coast towards the Darß.
Possible stopovers include Barth, Wieck on the Darß, harbours around Rügen, places on Usedom or, on a more northerly route, even a Danish harbour. If conditions allow, a night at anchor may also become part of the trip.
Hands-on sailing on a rustic ship
Aboard Berta, you are not just a spectator. You can actively help with the sailing, handle lines, assist with setting the sails, prepare manoeuvres or take the helm under guidance.
No sailing experience is required. The skipper explains what needs to be done and which tasks suit you. An active attitude is important, however, because this voyage is all about taking part together. At times there is plenty to do on deck; at other moments there is time to simply enjoy the view across the water.
Because Berta is a rustic and simple ship, the atmosphere aboard quickly becomes relaxed and direct. Everything is practical, uncomplicated and focused on the sailing itself. If you are looking for character, genuine life aboard and a personal sailing experience, this is the right place.
Rügen, Usedom, Darß or Denmark
The sailing area around Greifswald offers a surprising number of possibilities. A trip around Rügen may take you along the island’s northern coast, past Cape Arkona and the chalk cliffs. Seen from the water, these landscapes are especially impressive.
A route towards Usedom has a different character. Here, Bodden waters, island villages and Baltic Sea atmosphere alternate. This option can be calmer and more sheltered, while still offering plenty of variety.
With favourable wind, Denmark may also come within reach. The island of Møn is a beautiful example: white cliffs, small harbours and the feeling of being on a small Baltic Sea expedition.
The final direction is chosen by the skipper according to the conditions. Safety, wind direction, sea state and what is realistically possible always come first. This is what makes the voyage real sailing: not a fixed programme, but a route that develops from wind, water and opportunity.
Anchoring and small harbours
In addition to the sailing itself, there is also space for quieter moments along the way. If weather and sailing area allow, Berta may anchor in a sheltered bay or a peaceful spot in the Bodden waters. An evening at anchor has a very special atmosphere: no harbour noise, no rush, just the ship, the water and the evening sky.
Small harbours are also part of this voyage. Depending on the route, you may go ashore in Barth, Wieck on the Darß, Lohme or Gager on Rügen, a place on Usedom or perhaps even in Denmark. Sometimes there is enough time for a walk, a drink by the harbour or a short exploration of the surroundings.
The combination of sailing, anchoring, small harbours and changing landscapes makes this trip varied without feeling overloaded.
Who is this sailing trip suitable for?
This Greifswald to Wustrow sailing trip is well suited to anyone who wants to experience the Baltic Sea in an active, simple and authentic way. You can join on your own, with your partner or with friends
The trip is especially suitable for people who:
- enjoy hands-on sailing;
- can be flexible with a route shaped by wind and weather;
- appreciate simple, rustic ships with character;
- enjoy nature, coastal landscapes and small harbours;
- would like to experience both Bodden waters and the open Baltic Sea;
- are not looking for luxury, but for a genuine sailing experience;
- are curious about possible routes around Rügen, Usedom, the Darß or towards Denmark.
No sailing experience is needed. More important are a willingness to take part, openness to life aboard and the ability to adapt to wind, weather and the group.
A flexible Baltic Sea voyage with character
This voyage aboard Berta is not a classic route from A to B. The starting point in Greifswald and the destination in Wustrow are fixed, but what happens in between develops along the way. The wind may take you around Rügen, towards Usedom, through the Strelasund or even part of the way to Denmark.
That is exactly what makes the trip feel alive. You experience the Baltic Sea not according to a fixed timetable, but from the perspective of a sailing ship. Sometimes actively on deck, sometimes relaxed, sometimes in a small harbour and perhaps for an evening at anchor.
For anyone who enjoys simple travel, hands-on sailing and the unpredictable nature of a voyage under sail, this trip is a special way to discover the German Baltic coast and its many possible routes.
