New hotel project in Prora: living space for employees or conflict?

New hotel project in Prora: living space for employees or conflict?

There are currently exciting developments in the picturesque community of Prora on the island of Rügen. The plan is to convert a former workshop near the Edeka into apartments for hotel employees. However, this project is met with resistance: the local council initially refused its approval because there were concerns that the use of the living space could conflict with the new development plans for the district. This is a hotly debated topic, particularly at a time when hotels and restaurants on the island are struggling with staff shortages, partly due to a lack of accommodation for employees. The administration is now called upon to find solutions to rule out different residential uses and possible conflicts of objectives. This problem is becoming more and more pressing in Rügen, as the demand for qualified personnel is constantly increasing and there is a lack of appropriate housing options.

A ray of hope in the region is Anja Lamouchi from Göhren, who has launched a delivery service for healthy breakfasts. The aim is to improve supply in the Mönchgut hinterland. With her background as a trained geriatric nurse, wellness practitioner and hypnosis coach, she not only brings fresh products to the door, but also plans to open a practice for massage, foot care and cosmetics next year. In this way, it meets several needs of the local population and holidaymakers.

The Tag am Meer Festival: A highlight in Prora

Another event that enriches summery Rügen is the Tag am Meer Festival, which will take place on July 19th and 20th, 2025 in Prora. This festival combines electronic music with a sustainable festival idea and offers a family atmosphere on the beach. Visitors can look forward to DJs from the genres of house, reggae and techno, as well as regional food stands, yoga sessions, workshops and a safe kids area. The rural youth association M-V e.V. is involved and offers various activities that encourage participation. The number of tickets remains the same, which means that many young people should not miss this event.

The organizers of the festival place great emphasis on sustainability, which is an essential aspect when planning events these days. A guide from the Federal Environment Ministry and the Federal Environment Agency offers useful information on this. The recommended areas of focus for action include mobility, the venue, energy consumption, waste management and accessibility. So if you want to experience a good festival without a guilty conscience, you really shouldn't miss the Tag am Meer Festival.

Further developments in the region

While there is a lot going on in Prora, there is also news from Stralsund: a new KFC restaurant has opened in the city, the first in Western Pomerania and the 18th restaurant from franchise partner Ingo Brauer. With a capacity of around 70 seats indoors and an outdoor terrace, the new restaurant is waiting for hungry guests.

In between all these developments, the historic fishing cutter “Rudolf Virchow” was also recovered after a month and a half, after it had been lying on its side on the edge of the Dänholm harbor for some time. The 24 meter long ship, which was built in Barth in 1952 and was part of the GDR fishing fleet, will be dismantled after salvage. The water police are already investigating the exact cause of the incident.

Overall, it is clear that there is a lot going on on the island of Rügen. The needs of citizens and tourists are increasingly coming into focus, and projects such as the Tag am Meer festival or Anja Lamouchi's delivery service are important building blocks that enrich life and culture in the region.