Wonderful winter experiences

in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania

Published: July 30, 2025

Cold happiness: Whether by rowing boat or canoe - in wintry Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, water hikers are alone with themselves and nature on over 2,000 lakes and rivers.

Surfing, canoeing, camping or fishing - anyone who thinks that these and other activities in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern are only possible in summer is mistaken. There is also plenty to experience in winter.

1. saunas

Houseboat cruise in winter? But only with a sauna!

Is it too cold on the houseboat in winter? No way! The new sauna houseboats from Kuhnle-Tours offer particularly cozy time-outs in the Mecklenburg Lake District. An efficient heating system makes it possible to travel outside the summer months too. The special feature: Guests can, for example, have the heat blown out of their bones on the roof terrace or, if the weather is right, even warm themselves in the snow. After refreshing themselves, sauna guests can relax in the large relaxation room in the bow. In spring, with a bit of luck, you might even be able to watch cranes through the large window at the stern while enjoying the sauna. Incidentally, the sauna houseboat has 15 hp and can therefore be driven without a license.

The panoramic windows provide a great view in addition to the sweating., © TMV/Tiemann

2. paddling

Paddling through the glittering tree trellis

Paddling through a white trellis of trees paddling is a special experience. On winter days, for example, the Warnow River offers a breathtaking atmosphere for water fans. It has its source near the state capital of Schwerin in the heart of Mecklenburg and flows into the Baltic Sea in Rostock. The Warnow breakthrough valley is quite wild in places, but about 50 kilometers before the Hanseatic city it becomes a leisurely lowland river. Sections that are perfect for family paddling tours in summer can also be experienced by the hardy in winter. Accompanied by a guide from Wanderer Aktivtour, for example, you can enjoy the tranquillity of the enchanting landscape on the river.

 

3. surfing

It's never too cold for a good session

When frigid waves lash against the beach, where otherwise a 20-meter-wide strip of powder separates the Baltic Sea from the sea, weatherproof water fans are at Surfing is just the thing here: winter neo on, hood up and off into the waters. The open areas along the 2,000-kilometer-long Baltic Sea coast offer the action you want at any time of year. No matter which way the wind is blowing, there is the right spot for every direction - and for every level. The shallow Bodden waters are more suitable for beginners. There are big waves for pros on the Baltic Sea. If you don't have a board with you, there are numerous rental stations in winter. In summer, equipment is usually available directly at the wave location.

Surfing in winter on the Baltic Sea, © TMV/Roth

4. fishing

Dress really warm: Fishing adventures as a winter experience

Fancy a fishing adventure in winter? Against an enchanting backdrop of frosted trees, a fishing trip to the Baltic Sea and Bodden coast or inland lakes is something very special. In the Mecklenburg Lake District, for example, predatory fish such as perch, zander and pike are particularly large at this time of year and are undisturbed on the waters that are less frequented in winter. Guests with little fishing experience can, for example, join one of the guides from Müritzfischer or the fishing experts from Seewirtschaft Fleesensee, who will guide them to the best spots even in winter. If you do not have a valid fishing license, you can purchase a tourist fishing license and a fishing permit.

5. sailing

Brown sails on the ice

If you want to experience a regatta spectacle in a winter setting, you should keep an eye on the weather forecasts during the cold season and make your way to the Fischland-Dar&szligst peninsula at the right time. This is where ice sailors take to the ice on their traditional sailing sledges in favorable wind conditions. In the Ahrenshoop district of Althagen and in Wustrow, the conditions are usually the most favorable: the low water freezes well with little prevailing current. Local shipwrights and fishermen used to make these sailing sledges with oak runners set in iron. The mast and rigging often came from the small fishing boats, the so-called with the typical rust-brown sails.

Across the Bodden in an ice sailer, © TMV/Nordreport

6. camping

Winter camping on the Baltic Sea and lakes

What could be more relaxing than sitting in a cozy, warm camper with a hot mulled wine and looking out over the cold, wintery Baltic Sea? On the coast and in the Mecklenburg Lake District, around 26 of the sites organized in the state association of the camping industry are also open in the winter months and offer a good alternative to vacation apartments, guesthouses or hotels for caravans and motorhomes - a winter vacation in the middle of nature, so to speak. Many of the camping sites have great offers and activities on offer. Little winter guests, for example, can recharge their batteries after hikes through wintry forests or snowball fights by playing in indoor play halls.

A small selection of campsites that are open in winter can be found at Campingland-MV.

Motorhome pitches with direct lake view, © TMV/Gross

Open campsites in winter

24 results

  • © Jennifer Neumann

    Baltic Sea Camping "Am Salzhaff

    • Strandweg, 18233 Pepelow

    The camping and mobile home park is located directly on the Salzhaff, one of the most popular windsurfing and kitesurfing areas in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The kite and windsurfing schools at the site offer courses for beginners and advanced surfers. For families with children, the adjacent bathing beach is very popular because of its shallow shore zone.

    Read more: "Baltic Sea Camping "Am Salzhaff"
  • © Michael Hecht

    Island camping Werder

    • Insel Werder, 17214 Alt Schwerin

    Island camping in the middle of Lake Plauer See, one of the largest lakes in Germany. 1300 m shore zone. In front of the permanent campsite, well-equipped camper pitches are available all year round. All year-round pitches near the shore, many pitches with water and sewage connections. There are textile and nudist camping areas and a boat dock.

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  • © Naturcamping Malchow

    Camping and mobile home park - Naturcamping Malchow

    • Zum Plauer See, 17213 Malchow

    The camping and mobile home park Naturcamping Malchow is located in the heart of the Mecklenburg Lake District directly on the picturesque eastern shore of Lake Plauer See. Feel the pulse of nature and enjoy the biodiversity and nativeness of the flora and fauna.

    Read more: "Camping and mobile home park - Naturcamping Malchow"
  • © Camping in Neuhaus

    Camping in Neuhaus

    • Birkenallee, 18347 Neuhaus

    Camping in Neuhaus is located directly behind the dunes of the Baltic Sea in Neuhaus, a district of the Baltic resort Dierhagen at the gateway to the Fischland-Darß-Zingst Peninsula. With us, you are just a few steps away from the white, sun-drenched beach and the clean, refreshing waters of the Baltic Sea.

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  • © Christa Labouvie

    Camping and camper site Amazonascamp Loitz

    • Mühlentorvorstadt, 17121 Loitz

    Discover the Amazon Camp, a well-equipped campsite, idyllically located in the middle of the Peene Valley River Landscape Nature Park.

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  • Drive almost directly to the lake in a van and relax, © Foto: Oliver Raatz

    Ahoy Camp Canow

    • Am Canower See, 17255 Wustrow

    The Naturcamp is a place for all those who like to drift - whether on water or on land. From camping with a tent to camping with a van or caravan to brand new tiny houses with panoramic windows and charming Swedish-style vacation homes, there is something for all nature lovers!

    Read more: "Ahoy Camp Canow"
  • © Uwe Brücks

    Camping paradise Dahmen

    • Am Erlengrund, 17166 Dahmen

    We offer you rest and relaxation and that in addition, in the most beautiful nature that Mecklenburg Switzerland has to offer!

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  • KNAUS Camping and Holiday Home Park Rügen

    • Zittkower Weg, 18556 Altenkirchen

    The KNAUS camping and vacation home park is located in the northernmost and sunniest district of Germany, in the immediate vicinity of the Baltic resort Breege/Juliusruh directly on the 12 km long sand and pebble beach "Die Schaabe".

    Read more: "KNAUS Camping and Holiday Home Park Rügen"
  • © Ostseecamping Ferienpark Zierow KG

    Baltic Sea Camping Holiday Park Zierow

    • Strandstraße, 23968 Zierow

    Your family-run campsite directly on the natural Baltic Sea beach with caravan, camper and tent sites as well as permanent vacation accommodation.

    Read more: "Baltic Sea Camping Holiday Park Zierow"
  • © Campingplatz Pommernland

    Camping Pomerania

    • Dr.- Wachsmann-Straße, 17454 Zinnowitz

    The 5-star campsite (7.5 ha) is located on the outskirts of the Baltic resort Zinnowitz. The area is natural and has no parcelling. 250 m walk and you are directly on the beach, whose fine sand is the special. On the site you will find a restaurant, a store, a snack bar, animation and much more.

    Read more: "Camping Pomerania"

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7. ice bathing for beginners

Or maybe every Sunday? When the air is freezing and the water is struggling to stay ice-free, it's time for the Warnemünde ice bathers.

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