Colossus of Prora on Rugen
Colossus of Prora on Rugen
Stroll along the beach approx. 4 km from Binz, or take the little train Prora Express. A large construction on the east coast of Rügen in the middle of the mile-long bay between Binz and Sassnitz. Prora is named after a hill on Rügen and would become a holiday resort for 20.000 guests. Construction began in 1936, but because of the war, it was never quite finished. Today it is a historical monument of the Nazi-era in Germany. Not very nice, but interesting with its history. Several museums are located at one end of the Colossus. During 2014 – 2017 most of it was renovated to apartments.
Parts of the Colossus are now hostels and youth hostel where you can stay cheaply.
Links for more information;
DJH Jugendherberge Prora – Youth hostel Prora