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Reasons for #coolcationMV

Published: January 19, 2026

Two people sit on a jetty on Lake Mirov at sunrise and dip their feet into the smooth water while a fine mist hovers over the surface.

Enjoy the summer without breaking a sweat? Then Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is the right place for you. Here, vastness meets water and relaxation in nature meets vibrant culture.

1. +/- 720 hours of sunshine in summer

More than 700 hours of sunshine from June to August and a mild breeze on the Baltic Sea and the lakes will entice you outside. Even in midsummer, the air in the vacation destination is pleasantly fresh. Ideal conditions for being active and taking a deep breath.

Whether relaxing Radfahren on well-developed paths along the coast, lakes and canals or extensive Wanderungen through shady forests and vast landscapes with spontaneous swimming breaks in between – the water is almost always close by in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Historic Hanseatic cities invite you to take a leisurely stroll with their maritime flair, cafés and small boutiques. Perfect for switching off and recharging your batteries.

What an entrée! Already the way to the beach of Torfbrücke makes right mood. // © MV-T/Tiemann

2. cool events within cool walls

The unique density of around 2.000 magnificent residences, lovingly restored manors and manor houses and extensive parks will not only make the hearts of history buffs beat faster. The cool walls of the architectural treasures are a great place to spend the summer with readings, concerts and festivals.

The Schwerin Castle is the shining highlight and focal point of the relaxed capital of the vacation region, with SUP and boat hire directly in front of the castle as well as theater performances and relaxed picnic concerts in the park. As part of the historic castle ensemble, it has recently been rightly .

A person stands stand-up paddling on Lake Schwerin and paddles towards Schwerin Castle in the warm evening light.

3. action kick on the coast and lakes

Whether you want to plunge into gentle waves, challenge the wind while sailing or glide silently over quiet bays with the SUP want to glide silently üover quiet bays – every moment on the water has its magic. And with 2,000 kilometers of coastline and just as many lakes, the magic is there for everyone.

As a beginner, you can safely take your first steps on a board or boat with experienced coaches. And professionals show at the SailGP how spectacular water sports can be - fast edges, flying foils, pure adrenaline.

A person sits with a surfboard in the gentle Baltic Sea waves off the coast of Warnemünde and looks out over the calm water.

4. networked water wonderland

The water laps rhythmically against the bow of the canoe, birds chatter from the wild shore: on the networked waterways of the vacation destination have a special atmosphere in summer. Here you can simply let yourself drift along or cover kilometers without breaking a sweat. Did you know, for example, that you can paddle from Berlin to Schwerin?

Pssst… With a bit of luck, you might even spot a hunting or discover a kingfisher. Quiet and always surprising.

Two people are floating in a canoe on the Peene, one sitting ready to paddle, the other relaxing in the shade of the riverbank vegetation.

5. summer in the sand

And in the evening at the latest, everyone is drawn to the water again: strolling along the promenade, the elegant Bäderarchitektur of yesteryear with the beach feeling of today to create a summer vibe all of its own.

A cool drink from the , plenty of space, a fresh breeze in your nose, the horizon that lets you take a deep breath and the sun disappearing behind the Baltic Sea. Summer can be this relaxed.

Box seat to the sunset - the terrace of the deck on the steep coast in Heiligendamm // © MV-T/Tiemann

Activities

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  • Greifswald Bodden // © surflocal.de

    Surfspot Lubmin

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 17509 Lubmin

    Baltic Sea flair at the Bodden. The fine sandy beach, the large standing area and small but fine waves in southwest to northeast wind make Lubmin a real alternative for wave beginners.

    Read more: "Surfspot Lubmin"
  • © Foto: Tourismusverband Mecklenburg-Schwerin

    Friedrichsmoor Forest Adventure Trail - Legendary Lewitz

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Schloßallee, 19306 Friedrichsmoor

    The world of legends in the Lewitz is teeming with dragons, mythical creatures and all kinds of secrets from the history of Germany's largest meadow landscape. There are a total of 16 stations along the trail, each of which has a legend as its theme. Artists have created statues for each station, and the legend can be read on panels or accessed as a radio play via QR code. For children there are discovery tasks and information about the forest and nature is conveyed in a playful way. Start and finish is the hunting lodge Friedrichsmoor the path is suitable for hikers and cyclists.

    Read more: "Friedrichsmoor Forest Adventure Trail - Legendary Lewitz"
  • © MV-T/Gänsicke

    Müritz harbour village

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Alte Werftstraße, 17248 Hafendorf Müritz

    Your vacation domicile at the Müritz! Situated in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District, a vacation resort in a class of its own awaits you.

    Read more: "Müritz harbour village"
  • Our "lake // © Hof Prangendorf/Vergin

    Prangendorf farm - "Uns Oll Buernhöft" (Our old farm)

    • Siedlungsweg, 18195 Cammin / OT Prangendorf

    Experience farm life and the many animals on our farm. Enjoy the personal atmosphere and the special hospitality. This idyllic country life is only 20 kilometers from the Hanseatic city of Rostock and 30 kilometers from the Baltic Sea.

    Read more: "Prangendorf farm - "Uns Oll Buernhöft" (Our old farm)"
  • © Tommys Fahrradladen

    TOMMY'S bike store

    • Kirchenstraße, 17213 Malchow

    Looking for the right bike, accessories, service and Co? With us you are exactly right.

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  • © MV-T/Gohlke

    Bathing establishment Krakow on the lake

    • Jörnbergweg, 18292 Krakow am See

    The bathing establishment is one of the few natural baths in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and offers bathing fun for the whole family.

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  • Fischers Land Boek - Müritzfischer // © TDG Rechlin mbH / Rene Legrand

    Bolter Schleuse fishing and angling lodge

    • Boeker Mühle, 17248 Boek

    Fischers Land in Boek has become a magnet for visitors in the southern Müritz region in recent years. Located on the edge of the Müritz National Park, visitors have a magnificent view of the breathtaking natural surroundings. Enjoy delicious fish specialties right by the water.

    Read more: "Bolter Schleuse fishing and angling lodge"
  • Börgerende beach access 1 - dog beach

    • Seestr., 18211 Börgerende

    Börgerende has what seems to be a never-ending natural beach. Dogs are allowed on the dog beach and dogs are welcome in the area.

    Read more: "Börgerende beach access 1 - dog beach"
  • Breitling // © surflocal.de

    Surfspot Stuthof

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18146 Stuthof

    On the eastern shore of the Breitling, you will find a small but fine shallow water area and a water sports school when the wind blows from the southwest to the northwest. And it's only a 20-minute drive from Rostock.

    Read more: "Surfspot Stuthof"
  • The PAHLHUUS is the information center of the Biosphere Reserve Schaalsee // © PAHLHUUS/Dornblut

    “PAHLHUUS“ – Visitor centre of the UNESCO biosphere reserve “Schaalsee“

    • Open today
    • Wittenburger Chaussee, 19246 Zarrentin am Schaalsee

    Welcome to the PAHLHUUS, the visitor centre of the UNESCO biosphere reserve „Schaalsee“. We are happy to inform you about touristic offers and show you the most beautiful places in the biosphere reserve. Extraordinary insights into nature and landscape of the region await you in an interactive exhibition.

    Read more: "“PAHLHUUS“ – Visitor centre of the UNESCO biosphere reserve “Schaalsee“"
  • Angel Garden at Malchow Monastery

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 17213 Malchow

    The Engel Garden next to the Malchow Monastery has existed for 200 years.

    Read more: "Angel Garden at Malchow Monastery"
  • © Eckhard Witte

    Camping and boat harbor Eldena

    • Am Bootshafen, 19288 Eldena

    "Island" of relaxation and tranquility. Round plank café with a magnificent view over the boat harbor. Fishing possibility directly at the pitch or nearby. Large lawn for relaxing and sunbathing. A well-kept green area invites you to look and linger.

    Read more: "Camping and boat harbor Eldena"
  • Kite course at our center on Poel // © Andreas Hung

    Kite Paradise Poel

    • Lotsenstieg, 23999 Kirchdorf

    You have seen them many times, these kitesurfers, found it fascinating how they glide with their kites over the water, driven only by the wind, sometimes riding sometimes jumping. You finally want to try it. You feel like it and you are just here at the Baltic Sea. Take the opportunity and call us!

    Read more: "Kite Paradise Poel"
  • © Segelschule Plau am See

    Marina and sailing school Plau am See

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Seestraße, 19395 Plau am See

    The marina is located on the western shore of Lake Plau south of Plau am See. The oldest sailing school in Mecklenburg is also located here.

    Read more: "Marina and sailing school Plau am See"
  • Forest adventure trail Teterow

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Lärchenweg, 17166 Teterow

    The forest adventure trail is divided into two areas: the Forest of Talents and the Philosopher's Path. In the Forest of Talents, visitors can explore or measure themselves against the talents of the forest or its inhabitants. On the Philosopher's Trail, an old forester tells his granddaughter interesting stories about the forest and man-made climate change.

    Read more: "Forest adventure trail Teterow"
  • Surf Spot Ueckermünde (Stettiner Haff)

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 17373 Ueckermünde

    This shallow water spot with the broad standing area is still a real sleeper. Optimal conditions dominate in northwest and southeast wind. Surfing is forbidden from May 15 to September 15. Then you can fall back on Bellin, which is only five kilometres away.

    Read more: "Surf Spot Ueckermünde (Stettiner Haff)"
  • Individual support in small course groups // © Felix Gänsicke

    Supremesurf Beachhouse

    • Strandaufgang, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    The BEACHHOUSE in Warnemünde is the surf school with wave guarantee and combines surf and swim school, rental, store and beach bar since 2009. From May to September our VDWS licensed, also English-speaking surf instructors train beginners and advanced surfers in windsurfing and kitesurfing as well as in surfing and stand up paddling. From July to August swimming courses are also offered.

    Read more: "Supremesurf Beachhouse"
  • Aquanaut Vintage // © Margit Wild

    KUHNLE-TOURS - Yachtcharter Römer - Riverlodge

    • Marinastraße, 17248 Rechlin

    Vacation on a boat? You can fulfill this dream of a vacation on the water even without a boat license. Vacation on the water and explore the Mecklenburg Lake District to Berlin with the right boat. We have a boat for you: for 2 to 12 people.

    Read more: "KUHNLE-TOURS - Yachtcharter Römer - Riverlodge"
  • © TDG Rechlin mbH / Hans Blossey

    Sailing harbor Rechlin

    • Fritz-Reuter-Straße, 17248 Rechlin

    The sailing harbor of the Müritz-Segel-Verein Rechlin e.V. is located on the eastern shore of the Kleine Müritz.

    Read more: "Sailing harbor Rechlin"
  • © Franzi Haase

    Bird Park Marlow

    • Open today
    • Kölzower Chaussee, 18337 Marlow

    The 22 hectare park landscape shows animals from all continents in spacious, natural and walkable facilities for the visitor! Daily animal and flight shows take visitors on a short trip around the world. Several play worlds make the hearts of young and old adventurers beat faster.

    Read more: "Bird Park Marlow"
  • Ackerbürgerei Lassan

    • Lange Straße, 17440 Lassan

    In the historic city of Lassan, close to the harbour, you will find the Àckerbürgerei.We offer friendly rooms and apartments for small and large families, a holiday cottage and a tiny restaurant with snazzy regional and vegetarian dishes. All located around a closed garden property.

    Read more: "Ackerbürgerei Lassan"
  • © Tobias Schnuchel

    Canoe rental Paddle Paul

    • Zietlitz, 17252 Mirow OT Schillersdorf

    The canoe rental Paddel-Paul offers canoe tours in the Mecklenburg Lake District, the Müritz and the Havel spring area. Explore this unique nature by canoe or kayak. Great tours and group offers are waiting for you.

    Read more: "Canoe rental Paddle Paul"
  • Erfolgreiche morgendliche Fischjagd // © Eric Dienesch

    Experience wilderness e. K.

    • Bendastr., 14482 Potsdam

    Experience wilderness - in the Müritz National Park and in the Feldberger Seenlandschaft! Watch sea eagles during morning fishing, experience the uniqueness and mysticism of the moors, enjoy the Indian summer in a canoe, taste regional products in an organic hotel. These are the spicy ingredients for experienced wilderness in Meck-Pomm.

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  • © Webpage Pension zur Scheune

    Pensio Zur Scheune

    • Lübzer Chaussee, 19395 Plau am See

    Our guesthouse was built in the former barn of our farm. The interior design is adapted to the building in a rustic style. The guesthouse has a large garden with a covered barbecue area and garden furniture for cozy barbecue evenings as well as an adjacent sheep pasture. Our canoe rental is just a 300 m walk away.

    Read more: "Pensio Zur Scheune"
  • Entspannen am Indoor-Pool // © TFZ Tessin

    Ticino leisure center

    • Open today
    • St.-Jürgen-Straße, 18195 Tessin

    The Ticino Leisure and Wellness Center was opened to the public in 1995.

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  • Bathing place Feisneck

    • An der Feisneck, 17192 Waren (Müritz)

    The bathing place Feisneck has a 50 m long natural beach, a bathing bridge and is located directly at the Müritz National Park.

    Read more: "Bathing place Feisneck"
  • Le Boat Base Fürstenberg/Havel

    • Uferweg, 16798 Fürstenberg/Havel

    Come aboard at Le Boat Marina Fürstenberg/Havel and enjoy a fantastic boating vacation on the Mecklenburg Lake District. You don't need any previous experience or a boating license.

    Read more: "Le Boat Base Fürstenberg/Havel"
  • © Marina Nord

    Marina North / Aparthotel at Lake Heidensee

    • Buchenweg, 19055 Schwerin

    Idyllically located on Lake Heidensee is the Aparthotel and Marina Nord with marina and sailing school.

    Read more: "Marina North / Aparthotel at Lake Heidensee"
  • Willkommen am Strandzugang IV „Georg Adolph Demmler“ in Heiligendamm – direkter Zugang zum feinsandigen Ostseestrand mit Blick aufs weite Meer und klarer Beschilderung für ein entspanntes Stranderlebnis. // © Tourist-Information Bad Doberan-Heiligendamm/Bönner

    Heiligendamm - Accessible beach access no. IV

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Seedeichstraße, 18209 Bad Doberan

    The beach access no. IV in Heiligendamm offers accessible access to the fine Baltic Sea beach and the sea - people in wheelchairs, older people with walking aids and families with baby carriages can easily reach the beach via a stable ramp with railings over the dune and non-slip mats lead further to the water. If you need assistance, you can hire a beach wheelchair from the DRK on site, which can also be used for swimming in the sea. The beach itself is gently sloping, well-kept and free of large stones - perfect for walking, relaxing and swimming. Nestled in the traditional seaside resort of Heiligendamm, accessible accessibility IV invites you to enjoy an inclusive vacation experience right on the Baltic Sea.

    Read more: "Heiligendamm - Accessible beach access no. IV"
  • © MV-T, Danny Gohlke

    Surfspot Kägsdorf

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18230 Kägsdorf

    In Kägsdorf you surf best with southwest. Then the wind blows sideshore and brings a decent wave with wind forces around 5 Beaufort. Since it is quite chaotic near the shore, the spot is only partly suitable for beginners. You can park your surfmobile on the large parking lot right behind the dune.

    Read more: "Surfspot Kägsdorf"

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