New Year’s Eve on Usedom: Your Turn of the Year at the Baltic Sea

New Year’s Eve on Usedom means fireworks over the Baltic Sea and festive cultural program instead of firecracker noise – and mystical Rauhnächte right in the heart of the Imperial Spas of Heringsdorf, Ahlbeck and Bansin.
From 28 December to 1 January, the “Enchanting Winter Wonderland by the Sea” transforms the Heringsdorf promenade into a winter celebration with music, market bustle, Ferris wheel and ice rink.
Those who stay 5 to 7 nights secure 10 to 20% off their apartment – including champagne reception, coffee & cake and winter wonderland.
Bookable exclusively directly via our website, valid for stays from 24 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.

New Year’s Eve on Usedom means: fireworks over the Baltic Sea and festive program instead of firecracker noise. The turn of the year in the Imperial Spas of Heringsdorf, Ahlbeck and Bansin has long achieved cult status – for many guests the island is a fixed ritual to which they return year after year.

Those who spend the turn of the year on Usedom enjoy a unique experience: festively illuminated promenades, wonderful atmosphere at the piers and fireworks reflected in the water. Live music, stage program and in between a stroll by the sea with mulled wine on the beach. The mystical atmosphere of nature is especially popular during the Rauhnächte and a reason for many guests to visit.

The Program: New Year’s Eve in the Imperial Spas

From 28 December to 1 January, the Heringsdorf promenade transforms into the “Enchanting Winter Wonderland by the Sea” – with market bustle, Ferris wheel, ice rink and stage program. Those who wish to begin their New Year’s Eve actively start at 10 a.m. on 31 December with the traditional New Year’s Eve walk from Heringsdorf station.

Time Program on 31 December
10:00 a.m. New Year's Eve walk, starting at Heringsdorf station
2:00–4:00 p.m. Champagne reception – for all Ostküste guests
5:00 p.m. Family fireworks with music at the winter wonderland
From evening Heated festival tents with live bands and DJs on the beach promenades
Midnight Aerial fireworks at the piers of Heringsdorf, Bansin and Ahlbeck

We cordially invite all OSTKÜSTE guests to the champagne reception: Between 2 and 4 p.m. we will set the mood for the evening with champagne. At the stroke of midnight the aerial fireworks rise at the piers, and for the children there is already a children’s fireworks display in the late afternoon.

Weiße historische Villa der Bäderarchitektur auf einer schneebedeckten Wiese mit tiefstehender Sonne hinter dem Dach.

Holiday Apartments for Every New Year’s Eve Wish

Whether as a couple, with the whole family and children or with a dog: For your New Year’s Eve holiday on Usedom you will find the right apartment with us. Families stay in individually furnished family-friendly holiday apartments on Usedom with ample sleeping quarters, guests with dogs in a selection of especially dog-friendly accommodations on Usedom, and for couples too a loft with sea view is a special experience at New Year’s Eve. Instead of a hotel room, treat yourself to spacious apartments with fully equipped kitchens and seating areas to spend the turn of the year festively with ample comfort.

Playroom for Children in Ahlbeck

In addition to the diverse Imperial Spas program for children, our playroom in Villa Steigel is also open over the turn of the year: from 18 December to 3 January daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., free of charge for all OSTKÜSTE guests and without registration. Play corner, drawing and crafts area – a place for shared family time, not a childcare service: Children remain accompanied by an adult. All details about the playroom can be found here.

Holiday Apartment with Spa Feeling: Apartments with Private Sauna

Those who wish for their own retreat between winter wonderland, promenade and fireworks will find apartments with private sauna in Villa Steigel and Villa Groth – the perfect way to unwind after a walk on the wintry beach of Ahlbeck, with sun on your face and clear air, followed by hot chocolate with a view of the sea.

Stay Longer: The New Year’s Eve Bundles

The turn of the year on Usedom truly unfolds only when you give it time. That is why we reward longer stays between 24 December 2026 and 3 January 2027. Three bundles compared – the longer you stay, the greater your price advantage:

Included in every bundle: the champagne reception on 31 December, coffee and cake from 27 to 30 December, the winter wonderland right on your doorstep and your apartment in the finest location on the Baltic Sea. The bundles are valid exclusively for direct bookings via our website.

Extra Service for Your Stay

For the days between the years we offer you amenities to enhance your holiday experience:

  • Coffee & Cake: daily from 27 to 30 December, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., complimentary for all guests
  • Early arrival: from 11:30 a.m. for €50
  • Late checkout: until 2:00 p.m. for €45 or until 6:00 p.m. for €80 (upon request up to two days before departure)

Your Second Home on the Baltic Sea from November?

Some guests wish for more than a few days on the Baltic Sea. From November to April we offer holiday apartments for long-term rental upon request, from €2,500 per month for all who wish to experience winter on Usedom in complete tranquility. Towels and cleaning service included. View details about wintering on Usedom

Simply contact us – Thomas Woitella will be happy to prepare an individual offer for you:

Frequently Asked Questions About New Year's Eve on Usedom

On 31 December between 2 and 4 p.m. at the OSTKÜSTE office, open to all guests.

From the balcony or terrace of many apartments, directly over the Baltic Sea at the piers of Heringsdorf, Bansin and Ahlbeck.

Yes, in Villa Steigel and Villa Groth.

Yes. From 18 December to 3 January daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the basement of Villa Steigel (Karlstraße 2, Seebad Ahlbeck) – complimentary for all guests, without registration, no childcare. More on our playroom page.

No, the bundles are valid exclusively for direct bookings via our website.

Yes. There is a selection of dog-friendly apartments, and during the winter months the regular beach sections on Usedom are also open to dogs.

As long as availability lasts – there are no fixed booking deadlines. Over New Year’s Eve, however, the apartments are booked out early, so an early direct booking via our website is worthwhile.

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