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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  • Die Scheune des Denkmalhofes. // © Frank Burger

    Monument farm Bechelsdorfer Schulzenhaus

    • Johann-Boye-Straße, 23923 Schönberg

    The Bechelsdorfer Schulzenhaus is a branch of the Schönberg Folklore Museum.

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  • Hotel Schweriner Hof vom Meer // © Stefan Bodin

    Hotel Schweriner Hof

    • Ostseeallee, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The hotel is located on the car-free beach promenade directly by the sea in Kühlungsborn West.

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  • Herzlich Willkommen im Kurpark Hotel Warnemünde // © Olaf Kowitz

    KurparkHotel Warnemünde

    • Kurhausstraße, 18119 Warnemünde

    The KurparkHotel is a family-run hotel right in the heart of Warnemünde, only 50 meters from the wide, white Baltic Sea beach.

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  • Mühle Lichtenhagen Dorf - frontal // © Frank Burger

    Windmill Lichtenhagen

    • Dorfstraße, 18107 Lichtenhagen Dorf

    One of the two windmills in Lichtenhagen is a gallery Dutchman's mill.

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  • Die Pfarrscheune in Dorf Mecklenburg ist das älteste profane Bauwerk des Ortes. // © Frank Burger

    Parish barn Dorf Mecklenburg

    • Bahnhofstraße, 23972 Dorf Mecklenburg

    The parish barn is located between the village church and the parsonage in Dorf Mecklenburg.

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  • Der Kurpark Boltenhagen bildet den Mittelpunkt des Ortsgeschehens // © Bernd Kühn

    Boltenhagen spa park with concert stage

    • Mittelpromenade, 23946 Boltenhagen

    The diverse events attract many guests to the spa park almost every day. Festivals, concerts, children's events, markets, guided tours, lectures and celebrations with tradition - with more than 300 events you can experience a lot here.

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  • Das ehemalige Gutshaus ist heute eine Bildungsstätte. // © Gabriele Skorupski

    Roggendorf Castle

    • Schlossweg, 19205 Roggendorf

    Roggendorf Castle was probably built around 1895. The building, which has been restored to a large extent, is located at the entrance to a natural landscape park of about five hectares with an impressive, artificially created pond complex.

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  • Bath Carolinchen

    • 23946 Boltenhagen

    The Carolinchen bathing streetcar runs from the Baltic resort of Boltenhagen along the steep coast to the oldest district of Tarnewitz. There are 54 seats and one wheelchair place with lowerable platform available.

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    STAGE 602

    • Warnowufer, 18057 Rostock

    Venue of the independent theater company Compagnie de Comédie at the city harbor

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    Rostock City Tour

    • Klosterbachstraße, 18057 Rostock

    Discover Warnemünde and Rostock from a new perspective. From the upper deck of our yellow double-decker you have an unobstructed, unobstructed view of the most interesting and beautiful sights of our city.

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  • Innenhof der Hochschule für Musik und Theater Rostock // © Landesmarketing MV

    Rostock University of Music and Theatre (hmt)

    • Beim St.-Katharinenstift, 18055 Rostock

    With more than 300 public events per year, the Rostock University of Music and Theatre enriches the cultural life of the Hanseatic city and the region. In addition to its events, its historic building, formerly a Franciscan monastery dating from the mid-13th century, is an attraction.

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  • Village church Hohen Viecheln

    • Pfarrweg, 23996 Hohen Viecheln

    The early Gothic village church of Hohen Viecheln is a listed church building in Hohen Viecheln.

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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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    WONNEMAR Resort Hotel Wismar

    • Bürgermeister-Haupt-Straße, 23966 Wismar

    Your vacation - the most beautiful time of the year. Treat yourself to a break from everyday life and let yourself be pampered in our 4-star WONNEMAR Resort Hotel in the Hanseatic City of Wismar. Here you can expect everything that belongs to a perfect vacation with bathing weather guarantee.

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    Pier Wismar

    • Ernst-Scheel-Straße, 23968 Wismar

    The pier of Wismar is located in the district of seaside resort Wendorf.

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    Petri Church Rostock

    • Open today
    • Bei der Petrikirche, 18055 Rostock

    St. Peter's Church was first mentioned in 1252.

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  • Vacation apartment Goerke Markgrafenheide

    • Waldsiedlung, 18146 Markgrafenheide

    Our individually modern furnished vacation apartments in a detached house with terrace/balcony in Markgrafenheide are privately rented by the Goerke family.

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  • 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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  • Ostsee Hotel-Pension An der Lindenallee // © Ostsee Hotel-Pension

    Baltic Sea Hotel Pension An der Lindenallee

    • Dammchaussee, 18209 Bad Doberan

    Baltic Sea Hotel - Pension An der Lindenallee - Baltic Sea vacation in modern studios, apartments & vacation apartments on the historic Lindenallee Bad Doberan - Heiligendamm.

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  • Schräg von der Turmseite aus fotografiert. // © Frank Burger

    Freeway church Kavelstorf

    • An der Kirche, 18196 Kavelstorf

    The Kavelsdorf freeway church is the only freeway church in northern Germany.

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  • Village church Kambs

    • 18258 Kambs

    The village church Kambs, belonging to the district Kambs in the municipality Vorbeck, is a church building of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Rostock district. It is part of the parish of Schwaan.

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  • Living room view // © Ferienwohnung Harmonie

    Vacation apartment Harmonie

    • Fulgengrund, 18211 Retschow

    You will find peace and relaxation here in a rural idyll. Enjoy the silence, in the middle of nature, surrounded by meadows, fields and small woods.

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  • Colorful rhododendrons in the Baltic health spa Graal-Müritz - a paradise for nature lovers and walkers. // © TMV/Gohlke

    Rhododendron Park

    • Open today
    • Zarnesweg, 18181 Graal-Müritz

    Directly behind the dunes of the Baltic Sea beach is the 4.5 ha rhododendron park. The park was created in the years 1955-1961 by the Rostock garden architect Friedrich-Karl Evert on a former sand pit. It is unique in Mecklenburg and one of the largest in Germany.

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  • Im Außenbereich gibt es viel zu entdecken. // © Frank Burger

    Monument farm Pentzin

    • Dorfstraße, 18211 Retschow

    Monument farm of the Pentzin family is located in Retschow.

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    Backstein Huus No. 15

    • Am Stangenberg, 18230 Biendorf - OT Wischuer

    Dorf Wischuer - a district of Biendorf which is surrounded by an idyllic landscape - directly near Kühlungsborn and Rerik on the Baltic Sea coast. A vacation home for families, groups and time-out lovers!

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  • The collegiate church of Warin is situated on a hill directly at the market place. // © Frank Burger

    Collegiate church Warin

    • Am Markt, 19417 Warin

    The present-day collegiate church in Warin dates back to the 19th century.

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  • Vom Hochstand aus kann man die Luchse beobachten // © 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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    St. Luke's Church Graal-Müritz

    • Kastanienallee, 18181 Graal-Müritz

    The Lutheran church stands between the districts of Graal and Müritz, surrounded by the cemetery and houses. It was designed by Gottfried Ludwig Möckel by order of the Grand Duke Friedrich Franz IV and consecrated on October 18, 1908. Curiously, the tower is not located in the west as usual.

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    Mecklenburg Resort Railway Molli

    • Fritz-Reuter-Straße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The Mecklenburg Resort Railway Molli offers something for any train enthusiast. Built with 900mm gauge width, the Molli is among the world's oldest narrow-gauge railways, and like no other mode of transport forges a link between traditional resort culture and modern holiday facilities.

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  • Studio Anja Weyer

    • Closed today
    • Bliedenstraße, 23966 Wismar

    New works on canvas and paper by Anja Weyer

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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.