Museum · Stralsund · Updated on 1 November 2026.

Museum Ozeaneum in Stralsund

Ozeaneum is a museum in Stralsund, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This place has a story in the app. 9 of the 15 well-known points of interest nearby are within 1 km. Within 50 m you'll find a public toilet, a water point and a bench.

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The story

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Story · Ozeaneum

You're standing at the Ozeaneum, on the old harbour of Stralsund, right by the Baltic coast. This is a big public aquarium, and it belongs to the German Oceanographic Museum, one of the largest institutions of its kind in Europe. Take a look around. The harbour water is right here, and that's exactly what this building is about: the sea on its doorstep.

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Opening hours and admission

Opening hours: Sep-Jun 09:30-17:00; Jul-Aug 09:30-19:00; Dec 24 off; Dec 31 09:30-15:00
Admission: Paid
Wheelchair: Accessible

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A History of the Ozeaneum Since 2008

The Ozeaneum is a young museum. The building was designed by Behnisch Architekten. It opened in July 2008 on the Hafenstraße in Stralsund, and before the opening, around 550,000 visitors a year were expected. That figure proved far too low. On 27 July 2009, the millionth visitor walked through the door, less than a year after the opening. In this short time, the museum grew into a place that many people want to see. It belongs to the Deutsches Meeresmuseum, so the sea has been at the centre of everything here from the very start.

Entry to the Ozeaneum: tickets and accessibility

Entry to this museum is paid, so you need to buy a ticket before you go in. The museum is wheelchair accessible, so if you are using a wheelchair you can get in without any problems. Inside, there is also a toilet that you can use with a wheelchair. This is useful if you plan to stay longer, for example to take your time looking around all the halls. Check the museum's website for current opening hours and prices, as these may change. If you plan a visit after a walk or cycle along the harbour, this is also a good place to stop if you have difficulty walking.

Toilet, drinking water and benches nearby

A public toilet is 22 metres from the Ozeaneum in Stralsund, close to the Hafenstraße. It is free to use, wheelchair accessible and has a baby changing table. There are 6 public toilets within 500 metres. Drinking water is available at a water point 24 metres away, right next to the museum, and there are 3 water points within 500 metres, so you can easily fill your bottle. If you want to sit down for a while, there are benches at the Ozeaneum in Stralsund. The nearest bench is 58 metres away, by Am Semlowerkanal, and 99 benches stand within 500 metres.

A walk and more to see near the Ozeaneum

Walk on after your visit and you will pass more sights on the route from the museum to the old town. At 518 metres is the Kniepertor, an attraction you can look at on the way. The Schill-Denkmal is at 650 metres, a memorial that makes a calm stop during your walk. If you would like to visit another museum, the Museumshaus is at 703 metres. All these places are close together, so you can easily combine them into a short walk. Along the way there are benches, toilets and drinking water taps, so it is easy to take a break.

Facilities near Ozeaneum

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Ozeaneum Stralsund?

The Ozeaneum is at Hafenstraße 11, 18439 Stralsund. It lies by the old harbour.

When did Ozeaneum Stralsund open?

The Ozeaneum opened in July 2008. On 27 July 2009, the millionth visitor walked through the door.

What is there to see at Ozeaneum Stralsund?

At the Ozeaneum you can see mainly marine life from the seas around here. Outside there is an enclosure with penguins, and whales can be seen in computer animations.

Is Ozeaneum Stralsund wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Ozeaneum is wheelchair accessible. There is also a wheelchair-accessible toilet inside.

Where can I find a toilet near Ozeaneum Stralsund?

The nearest public toilet is 22 metres from the Ozeaneum, on Hafenstraße. It is free, wheelchair accessible and has a baby changing table.

Is there drinking water near Ozeaneum Stralsund?

Yes, there is a drinking water point 24 metres from the Ozeaneum. There are 3 drinking water points in total within 500 metres.