Sellin Rugen

Foto: Herbert Weber, Hildesheim (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons

Sellin Rugen

During your stay in Sellin, you can easily explore the island from your hotel or holiday home. Sellin is just a short distance from Granitz Hunting Lodge, where a 38-metre-high tower rewards you with stunning panoramic views across Rügen. Another popular attraction is the Mönchgut nature reserve, which offers an exceptional variety of birdlife - a true paradise for birdwatchers. From Sellin, you can also conveniently visit the Königsstuhl, the highest point of the dramatic chalk cliffs. And the charming town of Putbus - often called the 'white city' or 'city of roses' - boasts a number of impressive classical buildings well worth a visit. Sellin Rügen

Sellin Highlights

  • Seebrücke Ostseebad Sellin
  • Sellin Beach
  • Boat trip along the coastline

Sellin Hotels

You can stay in Sellin in a hotel or holiday apartment. Alternatively, you can choose one of the holiday parks or campsites in the surrounding area. Compare different providers and book your holiday easily online.

Sellin Rugen on the Map

Below you will find the exact location of Sellin on the map! Sellin, Rugen

Practical information

Visit duration
Half to full day
Best time
Summer for the beach; the pier is atmospheric all year round.
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Location on Rügen

Frequently asked questions

What is the most famous attraction in Sellin?

The Seebrücke of Sellin, with its characteristic white Seebrückenvorhaus, is the symbol of the island and one of the most photographed spots on Rügen.

What makes Sellin special?

The stately Wilhelmstraße lined with white villas in seaside resort architecture, the elevated position above the beach, and the elegant atmosphere of a classic spa town.

How do you get to the beach in Sellin?

From the elevated promenade, you descend to the wide sandy beach via a staircase or the historic funicular lift at the Seebrücke.

Tickets & tours

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Sellin Rugen