During the 19th century, Usedom was a favorite vacation destination for Germany’s elite, earning the nickname “Berlin’s bathtub.” Depression and war temporarily scattered the tourists, but their beach toys, enormous, gaudy houses, and long piers remained. Today, the island is the playground of the petite bourgeoisie—swarms of upper-middle-class families storm the beaches and rent rooms in restored palaces in warmer months. A hilly bike trail spans the island’s sun-dappled woods, showing off Usedom’s natural beauty and offering access to secluded warm-water beaches.
Usedom lies at the northeastern corner of Germany. Thanks to the Potsdam Conference, the easternmost portion of the island belongs to Poland. Tourists fill the island in July and August, so it’s a good ...more
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