Vineta (Wineta)

Vineta is said to have existed on the mayic island of Usedom, or on the neighboring island of Wolin. Both islands are a part of the 44 island archipelago that Swinoujscie is located on. Read more about Vineta here.

Emperor's Seaside Resorts

More information about the Emperor's seaside resorts. Due to long isolation during the Cold War, the region was not spoiled by full blown capitalism. The beaches, forests and parks are open to all, and there are few trespassing restrictions. Hence, the island is like a get-away into a different place in time, and truly unique.

In the old days, the island was a popular destinations for members of German Naturmensch, FKK, Wandervogel, Lebensreform movements, which are linked to American naturists, nature boys and 1960s hippies. Those links are strong; though not well known. Follow the link below to learn more
https://www.raggeduniversity.co.uk/2015/05/05/the-origin-of-hippie-in-europe-1880-to-1940-by-anne-hill-fernie

There are many charming small towns and villages on the island such as Koserow (Coserow) where Otto Niemeyer-Holstein, a famous German artist used to live. You can visit his studio (atelier) there, which was turned into a museum dedicated to his art.

The Amber Witch is an old book that was found on an attic of an old church in Koserow. But I think the location of the story is in nearby Ukeritz and in other places on, and around the island of Usedom in the 17th-century. The book was first published by Wilhelm Meinhold in German in 1838 under the title Maria Schweidler, die Bernsteinhexe, and was translated to other languages since then. The story is based on a true story of innocent events that lead to a dramatic witch-hunt. But please relax, this story has a happy ending. It is a short read ideal for a day at the beach or a rainy day. Below is a link to the free audio book found at YouTube.

Listen to the audio book.