Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum
Peenemünde, Germany
The former power station of the rocket research site where the V2 was developed, now a museum on the dark history of the weapons. Allow two hours; the town is at the end of the road on Usedom’s north tip.
The Historical Technical Museum is housed in the former power station of the Peenemünde Army Research Centre in the north of the island of Usedom. The army took over the site in 1936 and built a test establishment of about 25 km². In autumn 1942 Wernher von Braun's team achieved a successful test flight of the A4, later promoted as the "V2". It was built using forced labourers, concentration camp prisoners and prisoners of war. In August 1943 British aircraft bombed the site, and series production was moved to underground facilities near Nordhausen. After 1945 the Soviet Army and the East German National People's Army used the area, and the power station closed in 1991.
The exhibition was developed from a concept begun in 1996 and opened in 2000. About three hours are recommended for a visit; guided tours last 90 minutes. The 22 km "monument landscape" trail with 17 stations leads to remains of the site out in the grounds.
- Nearest town
- Peenemünde, Germany
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 54.1407, 13.7730
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
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Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and September. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Germany: No motorway tolls for cars. No general motorway speed limit (130 km/h advised) and no tolls for cars.
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FAQs
Where is Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum?
Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum is in Peenemünde, Germany, at GPS 54.1407, 13.7730. It is about 26 km from Greifswald.
Can you camp near Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is SP Halbinsel Peenemünde, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 34 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum?
Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Rügen and Usedom: capes, piers and the Imperial Baths.
What is there to see near Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum?
Places worth a stop nearby: Eldena Abbey ruins (22 km), Sellin Pier (27 km), Granitz Hunting Lodge (29 km) and Ahlbeck Pier (35 km).
When is the best time to visit Peenemünde Historical Technical Museum?
The most pleasant months are usually June–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)