Overview
Greifswald is a compact historic town of 59,000 people in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany, sitting at the southern end of the Bay of Greifswald along the river Ryck. The town gained city rights in 1240 and joined the Hanseatic League in 1278, leaving a legacy of Gothic brick architecture and a well-preserved market square.
Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Festivals · History
Before you go
Accommodation
Hotels range from €45-130. Das Sofa offers budget option at €45-75; VCH Hotel is family-oriented near train station.
Culture
Rich festival calendar year-round from Theatre Ball in March to Advent Christmas markets. Nordischer Klang (May) celebrates Nordic culture.
Money
ATMs available at Sparda-Bank, Schuhhagen 2. Credit cards widely accepted but verify before purchase at smaller establishments.
Transport
Town centre is walkable. Park on outskirts and explore on foot. Taxi services: Greifswalder Hanse Taxi and Taxi-Jahnke (taxi-jahnke.de).