The pier’s Tauchgondel (diving gondola) provides an underwater viewing experience through large windows at the base of the Baltic Sea.
The Seebrücke Zinnowitz was originally inaugurated in 1993, replacing the original wooden pier that was destroyed by ice drift in 1942.
The diving gondola, installed in 2006, was the first of its kind in Germany, allowing non-divers to observe marine life.
During peak season, the pier acts as a departure terminal for ferry services connecting to other Baltic resorts along the Usedom coast.
The Seebrücke Zinnowitz is a 315-meter-long pier extending into the Baltic Sea from the coast of Usedom. It serves as a docking point for excursion boats and features the Tauchgondel, a stationary diving gondola that descends to the seabed. The pier’s structural design includes a wide promenade deck that offers unobstructed views of the surrounding beach. It serves as a primary hub for maritime tourism in the town of Zinnowitz. The facility is constructed from reinforced concrete and steel to withstand coastal weather conditions. The pier is a central landmark for pedestrian traffic along the Zinnowitz shoreline.
The very end of the pier looking back toward the shoreline during the golden hour.
Check the local weather forecast before visiting, as the pier is highly exposed to strong Baltic winds.
Bring a windbreaker or warm jacket even in summer, as the temperature is significantly lower at the end of the pier.
Visit the Tauchgondel ticket office early in the day if you intend to go underwater, as departures are weather-dependent and can fill up.
Do not attempt to walk on the pier during extreme high-wind warnings, as the structure is fully exposed and safety closures may occur.
The diving gondola operation is subject to weather conditions and may be suspended during heavy storms or high waves; boat services are seasonal.
