Baltic Sea - Heringsdorf pier (Usedom Island) by Thomas Bugdoll

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Bathing tourism on Usedom began in the Baltic seaside resort of Heringsdorf. The first hotel was opened in 1825 and by the end of the century the former fishing colony had developed into the "Nice of the Baltic". Heringsdorf is still one of the most popular holiday resorts on the Baltic Sea today.

Until recently, the Heringsdorf pier on the Baltic Sea island of Usedom was the longest pier in Germany at 508 metres in length.

This photo was taken during the blue hour - shortly after sunset.

Usedom is one of the sunniest regions in Germany. The island is picturesquely situated between the Baltic Sea, the Achterwasser and the Szczecin Lagoon. Here you will find around 42 kilometres of sandy beaches, traditional seaside resorts and plenty of unspoilt nature. Well-known seaside resorts include Heringsdorf, Bansin and Ahlbeck - these three are also known as the imperial resorts. The three imperial spas are connected by the longest beach promenade in Europe, which stretches for 12 kilometres.
Other charming seaside resorts include Koserow, Loddin, Ückeritz and Zempin. These are known as the amber resorts because amber is often found on their beaches.