Overview
- Reederei Hiddensee has resumed Vitte sailings to the island, allowing tourist travel again after roughly two weeks of disruption.
- The emergency schedule provides three departures each day from Schaprode and from Vitte, with Wittow Süd used on Rügen when conditions require.
- Passenger capacity per crossing is restricted, and the operator strongly advises purchasing tickets or reserving online in advance.
- Boarding is prioritized for medical cases, island residents and overnight guests, and day trips are discouraged until conditions ease.
- Severe icing continues to constrain operations, with icebreaker support in place and patient transfers challenged by limited sea-rescue and helicopter availability.