Mecklenburg Baltic Coast

Vacation in the Cradle of Bathing Culture

Vacationing at the birthplace of the German Baltic Sea bathing culture - the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea coast is where bathing vacations for recreational purposes got their start: When in 1793 the Mecklenburg Grand Duke Friedrich Franz I, together with his personal physician, recognized that bathing in the Baltic Sea had a particularly beneficial effect on health, he laid the foundation for the "summer resort by the sea" with the first seaside resort Heiligendamm.

Couple sitting in a beach chair on the beach at Graal-Müritz on the Baltic Sea coast. The coastal forest can be seen in the background.
The Baltic Sea coast in Boltenhagen, © TMV/Gänsicke

Today, the Baltic seaside resorts of Boltenhagen, Kühlungsborn and Graal-Müritz are ideal starting points for those seeking relaxation, active holidaymakers, art and architecture enthusiasts and the whole family,

in addition to the seaside resort of Heiligendamm.

Here, where the interplay between history, tradition and modernity exudes a very special charm, you can discover ancient tree-lined avenues, wide fields, magnificent castles and manor houses as well as sublime brick Gothic alongside the architecture of the moonlit Baltic Sea. The romantic harbors along the Baltic Sea coast are the perfect place to experience the Hanseatic charm and maritime flair of the , while the fantastic sunsets on the miles of sandy beaches enchant holidaymakers.

The vacation experts for the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea coast

 

The most beautiful places

Vacation on the Baltic Sea coast

Heiligendamm Seaside Resort

As Germany's oldest seaside resort, vacationers in Heiligendamm enjoy seaside vacations in an atmosphere steeped in history. The "White City by the Sea" attracts with its sun-soaked bathing beaches in front of the magnificent backdrop of the historic seaside resort architecture. Not only families with children experience an entertaining ride with nostalgia factor on the narrow-gauge Molli bathing train.

Hanseatic City of Wismar

Those interested in culture should plan a trip to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Wismar as part of their vacation itinerary. The historic buildings of the picturesque old town have written architectural history as North German Brick Gothic. Cyclists can reach the historic Hanseatic city on a tour along the Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route.

Baltic Resort Boltenhagen

The second oldest seaside resort in Mecklenburg guarantees an unforgettable time not only for beach vacationers: for culture enthusiasts, a detour to Bothmer Castle, the largest preserved Baroque complex in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, as well as to the 290-meter-long pier - the town's landmark - is worthwhile. Animal lovers and families can, with a little luck, watch seals on the sandbanks on the Baltic coast during a cutter trip.

Baltic Resort Graal-Müritz

A beach vacation can be ideally combined with a hiking or biking tour in the Baltic Sea resort of Graal-Müritz. In addition to a barefoot path in the coastal forest, the hike is rewarded with a magnificent sea view. Already Franz Kafka and Erich Kästner appreciated the special mixture of forest and Baltic Sea air.

Baltic Sea Resort Kühlungsborn

As the largest bathing and recreation resort on the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea coast, Kühlungsborn impresses with its wide sandy beaches and one of the longest beach promenades in the region. Nature lovers will find peace and relaxation in Kühlungsborn's extensive municipal forest. The Bastorf lighthouse is suitable as a starting point or destination for fruitful hiking tours.

Activities

on the Baltic coast

Cycling

Cyclists will find nearly 180 bikeable kilometers along the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea coast. The tour along the Baltic Sea Coast Cycle Route leads from Boltenhagen via the island of Poel to Graal-Müritz. Along the way, you will pass cliffs, coastal forests and lighthouses - and, of course, you can't miss the fish sandwiches that are typical of the region.

Beach Vacation

Wide sandy beaches, long promenades and the seemingly endless sea make the Baltic Sea coast an ideal place for beach vacations. With Heiligendamm as Germany's first seaside resort, a traditional bathing culture has developed along the Mecklenburg Baltic coast, where it is wonderful to relax.

City Tour "SOKO Wismar

Film lovers take note: A very special city tour awaits fans of "SOKO Wismar" in the World Heritage city. On the traces of the popular crime series it goes to well-known filming locations. The city tour of a special kind offers fascinating insights behind the scenes and is an unforgettable event for many.

Riding Vacation

It is the dream of many horse lovers: a ride on the Baltic Sea beach. But not only on the sandy beach it is good to ride. The Rostock Heath, the largest contiguous coastal forest in Germany, has about 60 kilometers of bridle paths along the Baltic Sea coast in the middle of an extensive forest area. Beginners and returning riders can build up trust in the graceful animals during a riding course.

Water Sports

With almost 260 kilometers of coastline, the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea coast is not without reason popular among water sports enthusiasts and recreational captains. Whether it's an excursion on a sailboat or water fun while surfing: The Baltic Sea offers ideal conditions for a day at or on the water. In sailing schools or surfing lessons, even beginners can dare their first attempts.

The Most Popular Sights on the Baltic Coast of Mecklenburg

Bothmer Castle & Castle Park

As one of the largest baroque palace complexes in northern Germany, culture enthusiasts and romantics should pay a visit to Bothmer Castle. The path to the castle and the surrounding park leads through the nearly 270-meter-long Festonallee. Built in the 18th century, it is situated on an island surrounded by a moat, following the Dutch model. In the summer months, numerous music concerts attract visitors to the castle park.

Rhododendron Park Graal-Müritz

It is unique in Mecklenburg: the Rhododendron Park in Graal-Müritz. Located directly behind the dunes of the Baltic Sea beach, nature lovers can enjoy the colorful splendor of the species-rich heather in one of the largest gardens of its kind in Germany. Around 2,500 plants fill the air here between May and June with their unmistakable scent.

Rostock Zoo

A visit to the Rostock Zoo is worthwhile for a family vacation: Around 4,200 animals from all over the world can be marveled at here in just one day. While the Darwineum sends young and old on a spectacular journey through evolution, they meet man's closest relative in the Tropical Hall: the playful orangutans and gorillas bursting with strength. In the Polarium, on the other hand, things are frosty. Here polar bears, penguins and numerous sea creatures can be marveled at.

Bastorf Lighthouse

Situated at a height of 78 meters and with an own height of almost 21 meters, the red brick tower has the highest beacon, which can be found at the German coastal waters: The height of the fire of the Bastorf lighthouse reaches a whole 95.3 meters. For hikers, the tower thus represents a suitable hiking destination that is not easily lost sight of.

World Heritage House in Wismar

Families and those interested in culture can take a look at the history of the Hanseatic city through the ages at the World Heritage House in Wismar. In the process, visitors also learn a lot of interesting facts about the function and goals of UNESCO, while on the upper floor, the restored Wallpaper Hall tells the Greek myth of "Telemach's Journey to the Island of the Goddess Calypso" in an impressive panoramic painting.

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    Ship in a bottle museum

    • Ostseeallee, 23946 Ostseebad Boltenhagen

    The private collection with the exhibition "Seafaring is distress" shows many ships in bottles, ship models, a miniature planetarium, old maritime equipment and flotsam and jetsam.

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  • Vacation and riding farm Landgut Lischow

    • Lischow, 23974 Lischow

    Not far from the Hanseatic City of Wismar in beautiful nature lies the country estate - Lischow. Vacation with many horses, geese and goats in a closed estate with a large farm pond for fishing and an idyllic park to relax.

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    Lazy Lake" Nature Reserve

    • 23999 Hinter Wangern

    The nature reserve "Fauler See" is located on the coastal fringe in the southwest of the island of Poel. From the picnic area, a magnificent view of the nature reserve extends after a long hike.

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  • Tractor exhibition in the open air, © Frank Burger

    District Agricultural Museum Dorf Mecklenburg

    • Rambower Weg, 23972 Dorf Mecklenburg

    The County Agricultural Museum in Dorf Mecklenburg offers many opportunities to engage directly with the West Mecklenburg region. The permanent exhibition, which was completely redesigned in 2011, takes up the recent history of rural development.

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  • From the high stand you can watch the lynxes, © Tierpark Wismar

    Wismar Zoo

    • Am Tierpark, 23966 Wismar

    Southwest of the old town of Wismar, the zoo of the Hanseatic City extends over 13 hectares - an ideal family excursion destination

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  • Exhibition and sale, © Dr. Hildegard Brekenfeldt

    Dalwitz ceramics

    • Dalwitz, 17179 Walkendorf

    Ceramics studio and exhibition at Gut Dalwitz in Mecklenburg ParkLand

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    Poel island church

    • Möwenweg, 23999 Kirchdorf

    Coming from the mainland, the island church in Kirchdorf can be seen from afar - a massive brick building in the Romanesque-Gothic architectural style from the 13th century with a 47 m high tower. Striking about it, the eight-sided spire, popularly known as the Bischoffsmütze, because of its resemblance to one. In addition to church services, the church is available for tours, guided tours and concerts.

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    "Retractable" mill in Kröpelin

    • Schulstr., 18236 Kröpelin

    The Kröpeliner Mühle is a gallery Dutch windmill. It has been a cultural center since its renovation in 2012 and is used by the "Kröpeliner Mühle" e.V. association for events. It can also be visited.

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  • Hotel "Am Alten Strom"

    • Am Strom, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Fresh breeze, boat watching and lots of sea! Our hotel "Am Alten Strom" is located in the heart of Warnemünde, just a few minutes' walk from the white sandy beach, in the immediate vicinity of the railway station and numerous leisure facilities.

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    Church of St. Lawrence

    • Heinrich-Schliemann-Straße, 23942 Kalkhorst

    A stroke of luck for Mecklenburg: Between 2003 and 2007, the St. Laurentius Church in Kalkhorst in Klützer Winkel was restored and now attracts many visitors.

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  • The well recognizable castle rampart was cut here by forestry., © Lutz Werner

    Lieper Castle - Slavic Castle

    • 18195 Thelkow

    Lieper Burg is a castle rampart in the municipality of Thelkow in the district of Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It is an early Slavic hilltop castle from the 8th century.

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  • Great stone grave Neu Gaarz 2

    • 18230 Rerik

    Great stone grave: passage grave from the Neolithic Age

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  • Vacation apartment at the Iserberg

    • Dorfstrasse, 23936 Hamberge/Grevesmühlen

    With us you can really relax! The city nearby and the nature in front of the door- to the Baltic Sea a stone's throw!

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    Vacation home "Finland

    • Am Fischersteig, 23968 Beckerwitz

    Modern vacation home on 2 floors for up to five people in Hohenkirchen-Beckerwitz.

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    Vacation home management Rerik

    • Strandstraße, 18230 Rerik

    Your vacations in Baltic resort Rerik are already waiting

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    Guest house22 - at the monastery garden

    • Mühlenstrasse, 19217 Rehna

    One of the largest monastery complexes in our country is located in the heart of the small town of Rehna. The special thing about our guesthouse22 is the beautiful location directly at the monastery garden.

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    Wichmannsdorf Castle

    • Schlossstraße, 18236 Kröpelin

    The manor house (castle) Wichmannsdorf is located near Kröpelin. It was built around 1911.

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  • LUISENHOF Admannshagen View, © M. Tesching

    LUISENHOF Admannshagen

    • Storchenwiese, 18211 Admannshagen

    Small farmstead on the green outskirts of Admannshagen with vacation apartments and restaurant with gastronomic offers.

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    Hotel "Villa Edda

    • Fritz-Reuter-Straße, 18181 Graal-Müritz

    Our lovingly renovated, family-run 3-star hotel is located in a quiet location near Rhododendron Park and Baltic Sea. All rooms are generously and comfortably equipped with shower, WC, hairdryer, TV, safe, hotel refrigerator. In the house, a lounge, sunbathing lawn and roof terrace are available for your stay.

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    Hotel House by the Sea

    • Zur Seebrücke, 18181 Graal-Müritz

    In the first row, with a wide view of the sea, we are waiting for you in our family-run hotel in the Baltic health spa Graal-Müritz.

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    FELSHELDEN - Climbing in Warnemünde

    • Open today
    • Zum Zollamt, 18119 Warnemünde

    Are you a summit striker at heart, but only have flat land and water in front of your eyes? Then the FELSHELDEN is the right place for you, because "anyone can be a FELSHELD"! In the modern bouldering hall of the FELSHELDEN in Warnemünde young and old grow beyond themselves.

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  • Hotel Gamehl Castle

    • Dorfstraße, 23970 Benz/Ot Gamehl

    Hotel Schloss Gamehl is located at the gates of Wismar in the midst of the charming landscape of Mecklenburg. Enjoy peace and relaxation with modern comfort.

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  • the Neukloster town hall at Hauptstraße 27, © Frank Burger

    Neukloster City Hall

    • Hauptstraße, 23992 Neukloster

    The town hall in Neukloster is located at Hauptstraße 27.

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  • Exterior view of Pension Katy/House Troja, © Pension Katy/Haus Troja

    Pension Katy/House Troja

    • Wachtlerstraße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Our pension is located in the center of the seaside resort, near the beach and the promenade and opposite the spa park. It is a comfortable walk to the Old Stream. Train stations within walking distance.

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  • The town hall was built in the 14th century., © Frank Burger

    City Hall Gadebusch

    • Am Markt, 19205 Gadebusch

    The Gadebusch town hall is located at Markt 1 and dates back to the 14th century.

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  • There is much to discover in the outdoor area., © Frank Burger

    Monument farm Pentzin

    • Dorfstraße, 18211 Retschow

    Monument farm of the Pentzin family is located in Retschow.

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  • Brookhusen Manor House

    • Parkweg, 18258 Benitz

    In the hinterland of the Baltic Sea - in the midst of rural tranquillity and natural idyll between Rostock and Schwaan - this historical gem offers a direct immersion into the life and living of the 19th century.

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  • MORADA RESORT KÜHLUNGSBORN - directly at the Baltic Sea, © MORADA HOTELS & RESORTS

    Morada Resort Kühlungsborn

    • Hafenstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    Modern resort complex in a prime beach location, situated between the marina and the pier.

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    Schaalsee vacations in the old country house

    • Dutzower Str., 19205 Kneese OT Sandfeld

    High quality cottage furnished in country style is suitable for 4 people on the first floor. Renting the whole renovated house for 6 people is possible. The cottage is equipped with a large kitchen-living room, fireplace and 2 bathrooms with sauna. It is situated very quietly embedded in a hilly landscape. The natural bathing place is within walking distance.

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    Warnemünde church

    • Open today
    • Kirchenplatz, 18119 Rostock

    The neo-Gothic church in Warnemünde was consecrated in 1871.

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FAQs about the Baltic Sea coast

Which Baltic seaside resorts should I definitely visit?

We recommend Heiligendamm, Boltenhagen, Kühlungsborn and Graal-Müritz. They offer office architecture, beach promenades, nature and family activities.

Which is the oldest seaside resort in Germany?

 Heiligendamm is considered the äoldest seaside resort in Germany. It was founded in 1793 by Duke Friedrich Franz I and is considered the cradle of German bathing culture.

What historical sites are there on the coast?

Visit the UNESCO Old Town of Wismar with its brick Gothic architecture, Bothmer Castle in Boltenhagen, the Bastorf lighthouse and other castle and manor house complexes.

Is the region also suitable for families?

Absolutely! In addition to beaches and water sports, there are zoos (e.g. Rostock), technology museums, historical train rides and excursions such as “SOKO Wismar” or the Poel Island Museum.

What accommodation is available?

The selection ranges from seaside hotels to vacation homes, guesthouses, manor houses and castle and wellness hotels - there is something for every budget and every style.