Groß Strömkendorf between Reric and the Coastal Landscape

Groß Strömkendorf appeals to travelers who want to include cultural history, waterscapes or cycling in their trip plans. The archaeological site points to Reric, while the shores of the Breitling offer a different focus. Cyclists can follow the signposted route via Redentin or branch off from Groß Strömkendorf toward the Poel nature reserve island.

Early Medieval Connection

The archaeological site at Groß Strömkendorf is identified with the trading post of Reric, first mentioned in Carolingian sources in 808. This gives your trip planning a specific early medieval connection. The year refers to the first mention of the trading post in these sources; the identification relates to the archaeological site. For a cultural-history focus, this is the town’s central point of interest. By contrast, the natural environment and route options take center stage along the Breitling and on the cycling routes.

The Breitling and its Waterside Landscape

The waters of the Breitling are mostly less than 1 m deep, with layers of silt on the bottom. Water depth and the nature of the bottom go hand in hand when you are getting to know the character of these waters. The shores of Groß Strömkendorf and the Breitling include salt meadows and brackish-water reed beds on alluvial islands and banks. Tidal creeks and small bodies of water run through these areas. Extremely wet floodplains alternate with higher, drier areas. To appreciate the natural environment, both the shallow, silty water and the changes in waterside habitats are key. Salt meadows and brackish-water reed beds are types of vegetation; tidal creeks and small bodies of water are water features that run through these alluvial islands and banks.

The area around Redentin, Groß Strömkendorf and the Breitling offers another contrast in the landscape: on the mainland side, short sections of steep shore alternate with very flat floodplain areas. This view also encompasses Redentin and covers more than just the shores of Groß Strömkendorf and the Breitling.

Water Activities and Cycling Routes

In the Wismar Bay and Salzhaff area, you can fish, sail, paddle and go boating, subject to the navigation and fishing regulations. Various areas within the bird sanctuary are designated for kitesurfing, windsurfing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), wing foiling and jet skiing. When planning, it is worth distinguishing between the two: the navigation and fishing regulations apply to the first group, while the other sports have designated areas in the bird sanctuary.

The signposted Baltic Coast Cycle Route runs via Redentin to Groß Strömkendorf; from there, you can branch off to the Poel nature reserve island. The Baltic Coast Cycle Route follows a dedicated lane along the L12 road and reaches the houses of Wodorf. These route details answer different planning questions: Redentin marks the route to the town, Poel is a possible destination to branch off toward, and the stretch along the L12 runs on a dedicated lane as far as the houses of Wodorf. Check the route again before setting off.

Discover more destinations: Amt Rehna, Amt Klützer Winkel, Klein Labenz, Dassow-Tankenhagen, Groß Schwansee, Amt Gadebusch, Teschow, Hohen Schönberg.

For the broader travel overview: Nordwestmecklenburg.