UsedomCard
Benefits of the UsedomCard for Kaiserbäder at a Glance
Riding the Bus on the Kaiserbäderlinie
Ride for free: The Kaiserbäderlinie 290/291 is the local bus service in Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf, and Bansin. You can also use all VVG buses within the municipality of Ostseebad Heringsdorf.
Using the ILSE-Bus from the surrounding neighborhoods
The ILSE-Bus can be used year-round from the districts of Gothen, Sellin, and Sallenthin to reach the Kaiserbäder hubs (Kaiserbad Bansin/train station, Heringsdorf train station). In these districts, travel on the ILSE-Bus is free with the Kaiserbäder UsedomCard and available daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The ILSE-Bus operates without a fixed schedule or route, tailored entirely to passengers’ transportation needs. Booking is easy and can be done by phone at 03976 240240, online, or via the ILSE app.
Get a free map of the Kaiserbäder
Are you looking for a tourist attraction or an event venue? Our map of the area, which covers Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf, and Bansin, will be happy to help you.
Free admission to numerous events at the Kaiserbäder
Whether it’s music, a festival, or a market—with the UsedomCard, the doors to numerous events in the Kaiserbäder are open to you. From the Winter Beach Festival in January to the Enchanting Winter World in December, you can enjoy events in the Kaiserbäder for free every month of the year with the UsedomCard.
Free access to sports facilities at the Kaiserbäder
While the “Aktivpromenaden” on the Ahlbeck promenade—which feature obstacles and challenges designed to build muscle strength and endurance—are available free of charge year-round, the Kaiserbäder sports beach opens its doors in the summer, offering numerous activities free of charge upon presentation of the UsedomCard.* *Excluding courses offered by external providers
Free guided tours and hikes in the Kaiserbäder
Whether it’s a walk in the fresh air, along the boardwalk, through the woods, or a historical stroll through Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf, and Bansin—simply present your UsedomCard to participate free of charge in the guided tours and hikes in the Kaiserbäder.
Free use of public restrooms in the Kaiserbäder
Along the kilometer-long promenade stretching from the Polish border in Ahlbeck to the Langer Berg in Bansin, there are 22 public restrooms, 15 of which are accessible to people with disabilities.
Free Dog Waste Bags Available in the Kaiserbäder
At the four dog beaches in the Kaiserbäder, our four-legged friends can play, swim, and lounge to their hearts’ content. However, to ensure that interactions between people and dogs go smoothly, visitors to the Kaiserbäder are not only required to keep their four-legged friends on a leash but also to clean up after them. For the latter, dispensers with free dog waste bags are available at the numerous public restrooms.
Discounts and Special Offers from Partners
– Discounts on wellness and health services
– Special rates on recreational activities, experiences, and bike rentals
– Discounts on dining options and at select shopping partners
– Special rates for visits to cultural institutions
Free Book Checkouts at Our Libraries
Borrow your favorite books for free at the library in the Tourismus Service Zentrum or at the Hans Werner Richter-Haus.
During peak season: Free use of the hop-on, hop-off boat service in the Kaiserbäder
With the Kaiserbäder UsedomCard, you can usethe hop-on, hop-off ferry service between the piers in Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf, and Bansin—as well as all the way to Swinemünde —free of charge.
| Swinemünde | Ahlbeck | Heringsdorf | Bansin | Heringsdorf | Ahlbeck* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. | 8:45 a.m. | 9:00 a.m. | 9:15 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | 10:00 a.m. |
| 10:45 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 11:45 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | 12:15 p.m. | 12:45 p.m. |
| 1:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | 2:45 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | 3:30 p.m. |
| 4:15 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. | 5:15 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. | 5:45 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. |
| 7:00 p.m. |
Prices for 2026
In accordance with the bylaws of the Gemeinde Ostseebad Heringsdorf regarding the collection of a visitor’s tax, the following daily rates have been established.
Children under the age of 6 are exempt from the visitor’s tax upon presentation of appropriate proof.
January 1 through March 31, 2026
April 1 through October 31, 2026
Visitor's tax
The UsedomCard ensures that you can “ >: Experience the Sea” ( Meer.Erleben.)< during your stay and vacation. With it, you not only make an important contribution to the preservation and further development of the tourism infrastructure, but also enjoy additional benefits and experiences during the best time of your year.
Your Contribution | As state-recognized seaside resorts, Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf, and Bansin collect a visitor’s tax; upon payment of this tax, you will receive the UsedomCard. The proceeds go toward information services, cleanliness, safety, and cultural programs. The funds are used, among other things, to finance concerts and events, clean the beach and public restrooms, maintain and landscape the promenade, and provide and compensate the water rescue service. As a guest, you thus benefit from the visitor’s tax retroactively.
Your Benefits | With the UsedomCard, you can enjoy numerous experiences—such as concerts, guided tours, and hikes—free of charge. You also have free access to our Kaiserbäder sports beach during the summer months and to our active promenades year-round. Furthermore, you can use the local bus service—particularly the Kaiserbäderlinie operated by VVG (Verkehrsgesellschaft Vorpommern-Greifswald mbH)—free of charge, allowing you to get around the towns of Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf, and Bansin.
How to Obtain and Use the Card: Overnight guests receive their UsedomCard directly from their accommodation provider upon payment of the visitor’s tax; day visitors can purchase it at the tourist information offices or conveniently obtain it from the visitor’s card vending machines.
Please carry your UsedomCard with you at all times. You must present it during inspections by the Kaiserbäder Public Order Office.
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This project was co-financed by the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund. Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania Operational Program 2014–2020: Investments in Growth and Employment.
