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 // © MV-T/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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    Collegiate church Bützow

    • Kirchenplatz, 18246 Bützow

    Visits outside visiting hours are possible at any time by arrangement. Visitors report to the parish office in Bützow, Kirchenstraße 04.

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    Baabe spa stage

    • Am Kurpark, 18586 Baabe

    Open-air stage Baabe with music pavilion.

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    Cammin village church

    • An´n Pauhl, 18195 Cammin

    The village church Cammin is a church of the Evangelical Lutheran parish Cammin/Petschow in the municipality Cammin in the district Rostock.

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    Baltic Sea Bungalow Stolteraa "Albatros

    • Waldweg, 18119 Rostock

    We offer a completely furnished, year-round usable bungalow in the vacation settlement "Stolteraa" in Rostock-Diedrichshagen, about 3 km west of Warnemünde, with a very short way to the beach, directly at the nature reserve. The bungalow has a living room and bedroom, kitchen/kitchenette and bathroom with shower. The bungalow is ideally suited for two adults. Extra bed for two children is possible.

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    Hotel Aquamarine

    • Hermannstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    Our hotel is located just a stone's throw from the Baltic Sea, in the lively Baltic resort of Kühlungsborn.

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    Rose garden Rostock

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Wallstraße, 18055 Rostock

    The Rostock Rose Garden is located between the Steintor and Schwaansche Straße and runs parallel to Wallstraße.

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  • Manor house Harkensee

    • Straße der Freundschaft, 23942 Harkensee

    Freely following the motto "Family & Friends", the hosts of the manor house offer here a wonderful home for a while.

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    Werle castle

    • 18258 Werle

    Werle Castle is a former castle complex near the Kassow district of Werle, close to the Warnow River.

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  • Ehmkendorf manor house

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    • Ehmkendorf, 18195 Stubbendorf

    The last house in the village - on the edge of the Recknitz Valley - is Gutshaus Ehmkendorf. A wonderful retreat for families, groups and seminars in the heart of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

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    Rose Park Groß Siemen

    • An der Sieme, 18236 Groß Siemen

    The scent of roses - over 3,000 roses bloom in the Groß Siemen Rose Park in Mecklenburg Switzerland. It adjoins the manor house, which was first mentioned as early as the middle of the 14th century.

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  • Herzlich Willkommen im Gästehaus Rostock Lütten-Klein // © Katrin Löchner

    The Guest House Rostock

    • Warnowallee, 18107 Rostock

    The guesthouse is located in a so-called Plattenbau from 1972 in the district center of Lütten-Klein. With 11 floors, it has a total of 204 rooms and residential units, offices and seminar rooms that can be rented for a shorter or longer period.

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    Hotel Nienhäger Beach

    • Am Meer, 18211 Ostseebad Nienhagen

    Baltic Sea Hotel with sea view - quality and tranquility in the very best location.

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    Kröpelin church

    • Am Kirchenplatz, 18236 Kröpelin

    Kröpelin church is a stately brick building in the center of the town.

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    Citizen's Park

    • Zum Festplatz, 23966 Wismar

    Bürgerpark Wismar is a beautiful park landscape with animals and a variety of recreational opportunities for locals and tourists. Flowers, sea and history meet in this place even after the 2002 state horticultural show.

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  • Apartment Friedrich Franz

    • Friedrich-Franz-Straße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Family-run 1-room apartment in a quiet central location in the heart of Warnemünde. 2-5 minutes walk to the Alter Strom, the beach and all shopping facilities.

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    Hotel Am Hopfenmarkt

    • Kröpeliner Str., 18055 Rostock

    Our city hotel is located on the shopping mile Kröpeliner Strasse and in the immediate vicinity of the eastern old town with numerous historical attractions and the city harbor on the southern bank of the Unterwarnow.

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    Manor house Bandelstorf

    • Am Gutshof, 18196 18196 Dummerstorf/ OT Bandelsdorf

    The historic estate Rittergut Bandelsdorf still consists of various buildings.

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  • Rostock Zoo

    • Open today
    • Barnstorfer Ring, 18059 Rostock

    Rostock Zoo is home to 6,500 animals of 500 different species from all over the world. The near-natural grounds are embedded in an extensive park landscape, which is characterized by botanical features in addition to the diversity of animal species. Rostock Zoo is open daily from 9 am.

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  • House Sea Wind

    • Poststraße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    The "Haus Seewind" with 6 vacation apartments is located in a quiet courtyard area in the center of Warnemünde, close to the Alter Strom, 10 min to the beach.

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    Soaped up & Dressed - Fine vegetable oil soaps and accessories

    • Poststraße, 19205 Drieberg Dorf

    Feel good in your own skin. Gentle care and relaxation, fragrant soaps. With Renate Neuwirth you are about it in the conversation.

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    Country house Nienhagen

    • Kliffstraße, 18211 Nienhagen

    Restaurant & Pension Landhaus Nienhagen

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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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    A-ROSA Baltic Sea Hotel Kühlungsborn

    • Zur Seebrücke, 18225 Ostseebad Kühlungsborn

    A-ROSA Ostseehotel Kühlungsborn - your vacation hotel in the first row with the restaurant Kiek in, the bar Rondo and the year-round heated indoor and outdoor pool in the SPA-ROSA on 950 square meters.

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    Country house Zarfzow

    • Schulmeister Weg, 18233 Zarfzow

    The country and group house in Zarfzow is ideal for shared experiences and get-togethers. School classes, clubs, fasting groups, choirs or families who want to celebrate parties - the country house offers plenty of space.

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  • Church Schlagsdorf

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Hauptstr., 19217 Schlagsdorf

    The late Romanesque hall church from the 12th century impresses with its architectural features and rich historical furnishings. The baroque altar from 1641, a rare antler chandelier, the bronze baptismal font and the pulpit from 1703 make it a worthwhile destination for those interested in culture.

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  • Rostock City Hall

    • Südring, 18059 Rostock

    The adventure arena in the north - built and completely modernized as a multifunctional event venue, the StadtHalle Rostock has been hosting conferences and congresses, shows and concerts, sporting events and television productions, balls and banquets for over three decades.

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    TRIHOTEL Rostock

    • Tessiner Straße, 18055 Rostock

    More than a hotel. A rainbow wouldn't be a rainbow if it were yellow. Or blue. Or red. It's the sum of the colors that makes it special - just like our wellness hotel in Rostock, the TRIHOTEL.

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    IGA Park Rostock

    • Schmarl-Dorf, 18106 Rostock

    Blossoming in the IGA Park - The face of the IGA Park changes in the harmonious rhythm of the seasons. Varied garden landscape on the banks of the Warnow, rose slope, willow dome and international gardens inspire visitors.

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    Water tower Bad Doberan

    • Tempelberg, 18209 Bad Doberan

    The former water tower of Bad Doberan on the Tempelberg.

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    Hohen Luckow Manor

    • Rostocker Straße, 18239 Hohen Luckow

    The Hohen Luckow manor, commissioned by Christoph von Bassewitz in 1707, is located in the gentle moraine landscape of Mecklenburg only 25 km from the Baltic Sea. The magnificent stucco on the ceilings of the salons has made the manor famous. The manor with its farm buildings, landscaped park and estates form an ensemble unique in the region.

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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.