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Built in 1968, this iconic three-story circular building is a prominent example of East German hyperbolic paraboloid shell architecture. Located near the Warnemünde lighthouse and harbor entrance, it houses several restaurants and tourist facilities.
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Built in 1897 and still in use, this landmark offers panoramic views of the Baltic Sea and the coastline. The lighthouse is also an officially registered venue for civil wedding ceremonies and is accessible to the public.
Visit the sandy 3-km beach at Warnemünde in the north. Go swimming there, if the weather is warm enough.
Ghost Forest of Nienhagen
Located along the coastline between Nienhagen and Warnemünde, this woodland is characterized by coastal trees shaped by strong winds and salt spray, creating a distinct, twisted appearance. It is a popular destination for walks along the cliffs and the beach.
Frequent passenger ferries and sightseeing boats connect Rostock’s city harbor with Warnemünde, providing an alternative to the S-Bahn for traveling to the coast.
Take some drinks and food down and watch time pass by - as well as sailing boats, rowing boats, and plenty of seagulls. If it's herring season, the quay at the Silos will be full of fishermen. If you're not into bring-your-own, there is a number of restaurants and bars along the quay, from German, Italian and Greek to Spanish cuisine. The Irish Pub is also in the Silos. Between the theatre and Latino bar "Besitos", you will find plenty of young people playing "Kubb", at least during summer. Why not try it out yourself? If you ask nicely, you are sure to be allowed a shot. Or buy your own wooden kit at the games store "Wupatki", Rungestraße 17. This part of the harbour is usually called "Strand" (beach) by locals, even if there is no sand within sight.
The Kröpeliner-Tor-Vorstadt (KTV, "Kröpelin Gate Suburb") was the first part of Rostock built outside the medieval city walls, in the 2nd half of the 19th century. It was designed to house workers flocking to the newly industrialised town. Today's KTV is one of the most popular residential areas, especially with students and artists. It is here that you will find the highest density of bars, cafes and small shops selling handicraft or organic food. To get to KTV from Rostock's main shopping street (Kröpeliner Straße), follow it all the way to the west, passing Kröpelin Gate and crossing the tram lines. Everything in front of you now is already part of KTV. Check out the Doberaner Platz, where most tram lines stop, where the best Döner Kebab is sold, and where everyone seems to meet before a pub crawl with friends.