(coming soon)
Ummanz
Ruegen is actually a closely grouped archipelago, and Ummanz is one of its other islands. Since 1901, Ummanz has been connected to Ruegen by a bridge. There are only a few small villages on the island, of which Waase, the largest, is widely known because of the famous carved wood altar from Antwerp in its church. The carving depicts the life of the English archbishop, Thomas à Becket.
Ummanz is a tranquil island that derives its living mainly from agriculture and fishing. With a total area of about 20 square kilometers, one can easily explore it by foot, alone, or join the one of the guided tours. Ummanz is also a good place for pedal boats and other water recreation. It’s also a breeding area for a number of birds species, and not far offshore is the islet of Heuwiese, where over 20,000 pairs of birds breed.
