Rainy days on Rügen: Top indoor activities for families!
Find out what exciting activities are possible on Rügen despite the rain and discover the diversity of the island!

Rainy days on Rügen: Top indoor activities for families!
What summer weather on the Baltic Sea! While the temperatures in summer are often at a pleasantly high level, it can sometimes rain on Rügen. The weather forecast for the next few days shows exactly that, and in order not to ruin your vacation, there are numerous ways to still spend your time sensibly. The Northern Courier has some exciting tips ready.
In the region there are not only the famous chalk cliffs to marvel at, but also numerous exciting indoor activities. Holidaymakers and locals can look forward to a dazzling program in bad weather. A special attraction is the “Racing Roland”, this little train is celebrating its 130th birthday this week. The route was founded on July 21, 1895, and special trips have been announced for this week.
Variety of indoor activities
Even when it rains, Rügen has a lot to offer. Away from the beach, there is the "AHOI! Rügen Bade- und Erlebniswelt" in Sellin, which has attractions such as a lazy river and a spectacular black hole water slide. These are also highly recommended Travel reporter and the “Pirate Island” in Putbus, a huge indoor playground with over 2500 m² that offers various activities for the whole family, from mini golf to bowling to trampolines.
Anyone interested in history will find it here Prora Documentation Center Exciting exhibitions on the history of the National Socialist era or visit the NVA Museum, which focuses on the military supervision of the GDR. The sand sculpture exhibition in the Glass Palace in Prora shows impressive works by international artists and attracts many visitors.
Journey of discovery through Rügen
But that's not all the attractions! If you like going to the museum, you can visit the Rügenmuseum in Bergen or the harbor museum in Sassnitz, where fossils and minerals can be admired. For those interested in art, there is the Clock and Music Equipment Museum in Putbus, where over 1,000 exhibits on music culture are presented - a real feast for the eyes for lovers. And for families who also want to be active outside Rügen Island Tips for indoor swimming pools in the region, such as the Baltic Sea resort of Sellin with its impressive water area.
For a change, the children can also explore the “Karl Adventure Village” in Zirkow, which offers a large indoor playground system and many other activities for young and old. Anyone interested in maritime history will get their money's worth at the German Maritime Museum in Stralsund. Here, seafaring comes to life with historical exhibits.
Whether shine or rain, Rügen has something to offer for everyone. Make the most of your vacation and discover the diversity of this beautiful island! Despite the weather, there is always something to do.