Altenkirchen, Germany
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · Germany
Altenkirchen is a small town in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany with a population of 1,138. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Altenkirchen
Altenkirchen is a municipality in the north of the island of Rügen on the Baltic Sea coast of Germany. It is in the Vorpommern-Rügen district, in the federal state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,138 |
| Population Density | 57 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.6362°, 13.3433° |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
| Country | 🇩🇪 Germany |
| State / Province | Mecklenburg-Vorpommern |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (556 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.6 inches (7 cm) |
About Altenkirchen
Altenkirchen is a small town in Germany (Mecklenburg-Vorpommern) with a population of 1,138. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Berlin.
Climate in Altenkirchen
Altenkirchen has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (18°C), the coldest is Jan (1.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 548 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below Germany avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 19.9 sq mi (51.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.6362°N, 13.3433°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in |
Altenkirchen has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 33°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.2").
Schools in Altenkirchen
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale Schule „Windland“ | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Altenkirchen
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rügen Radio | alternative, baltic sea | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Świnoujście (PL) | misc | AAC | |
| 180 Grad FM | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Altenkirchen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dokumentationszentrum Prora | ||||
| Eggert Gustavs Museum in der alten Schmiede | ||||
| Eingangs- und Ausstellungspavillon | ||||
| Galileo-Wissenswelt | ||||
| Gerhart-Hauptmann-Haus Hiddensee | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Historische Handwerkerstuben - Museum Gingst | ||||
| Homunkulus Figurensammlung | ||||
| Kreidemuseum | ||||
| Marinehistorisches und Heimatmuseum | ||||
| Museum Jaromarsburg | ||||
| Nationalparkhaus | ||||
| Nebelsignalstation | ||||
| Oldtimer Museum Rügen | ||||
| Stadtmuseum Bergen auf Rügen | ||||
| Umweltinformationszentrum |
Libraries in Altenkirchen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henni-Lehmann-Haus | 0.0 | |||||
| Medien- und Informationszentrum MIZ | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Altenkirchen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boddenmarkt Glowe | |||||
| Karls Erdbeerhof in Zirkow | |||||
| Markt Bergen auf Rügen |
Hotels in Altenkirchen
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Altenkirchen
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Altenkirchen
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Altenkirchen
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Altenkirchen
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Altenkirchen
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Altenkirchen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Altenkirchen
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mellenthin Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Peenemünde Airport | PEF | Small Airport |
| Rügen Airport | GTI | Small Airport |
| Schmoldow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stralsund Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stralsund-Barth Airport | BBH | Small Airport |
| Tutow-Betriebs Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Altenkirchen
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AOK-Klinik Rügen | ||
| Ostseeklinik Königshörn |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Altenkirchen
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Pfarrkirche Altenkirchen | |
| Uferkapelle Vitt |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Germany
19 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Altenkirchen?
Altenkirchen has a population of 1,138 residents and is located in Germany. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 19.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Altenkirchen?
Altenkirchen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.
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