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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  • Visitor information centre of the Nature Park “Sternberger Seenland“

    • Open today
    • Am Markt, 19417 Warin

    The visitor information centre in Warin is the ideal starting point in order to inform oneself about the different destinations and experiences the nature park offers. One can learn something about the landscape’s formation and the way the human’s occupation influenced its development. The unique flora and fauna of the nature park greatly fascinate the visitors. Borrow a backpack at the visitor centre and discover the nature park in your own way.

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  • Der Kastanienhof inmitten des historischen Bauerngartens. // © © Hans-Joachim Kahl

    Kastanienhof - Guest House

    • Kastanienhof, 19217 Bülow

    The Kastanienhof is situated in a beautiful secluded location between forests and fields on the edge of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Schaalsee. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, forests, lakes and the nearby natural beaches of the Baltic Sea.

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  • Church sideways // © Frank Burger

    Church Baumgarten

    • Lindenstraße, 18246 Baumgarten

    The church Baumgarten belongs to the Evangelical Lutheran parish Baumgarten.

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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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  • Giebelhäuser in der Krämerstraße // © TZ Wismar, Alexander Rudolph

    Gable houses Wismar

    • Dankwartstraße, 23966 Wismar

    Countless gabled houses are typical for the old town and characterize Wismar as an area monument. The gabled houses in Wismar represent the wealth of the citizens in the Hanseatic era. 194 gabled houses are under monument protection.

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  • MORADA RESORT KÜHLUNGSBORN - direkt an der Ostsee // © 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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  • Church from the south side // © Frank Burger

    Volkenshagen church

    • Moehlenweg, 18184 Volkenshagen

    The village church Volkenshagen is the church of the Evangelical Lutheran parish in Klein Kussewitz in the district of Rostock.

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  • Our house // © F. Körner

    Vacation apartment Körner

    • Gartenstraße, 18119 Warnemünde

    The apartment is comfortably located near the beach in a popular residential area of Warnemünde, in the Gartenstraße with its almost exclusively red clinker brick houses.

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    Fürstenhof, Wismar

    • Vor dem Fürstenhof, 23966 Wismar

    The Fürstenhof was the seat of the dukes of Mecklenburg. Its present form is composed of two wings standing at right angles to each other. The so-called "Old House" was built in 1512/13 and is based on late Gothic design principles. The "New House" was built between 1553 and 1555 in the style of the Italian Renaissance.

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  • Restaurant KAI40 // © ScanHotel Rostock

    ScanHotels City Rostock

    • Lange Straße, 18055 Rostock

    A retreat in the middle of the old town - with a view of Rostock harbor and in a quiet, yet central location. ScanHotels City offers ideal conditions as a starting point for exploring the city and surrounding area. The Baltic Sea coast can be reached in just twenty minutes.

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  • Baltic Sea vacation homes Harry Fork

    • Dorfstraße, 18230 Kägsdorf

    Located between the Baltic resorts of Kühlungsborn and Rerik, we offer you all the comfort you expect and relaxation for every taste. The lake, beach and forests are a beautiful, natural sports and leisure arena just waiting for you.

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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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    BEECH Resort Boltenhagen

    • Mecklenburgische Allee, 23946 Ostseebad Boltenhagen

    The BEECH Resort Boltenhagen welcomes you to the Weiße Wiek holiday resort with all-round family service that meets your every need.Our comfortably furnished apartments have plenty of space for dining, games, relaxation and rejuvenation.

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    Vacation bungalow Jagdweg 24

    • Jagdweg, 18211 Nienhagen

    Enjoy yourself in our cozy bungalow in the Baltic resort Nienhagen.

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  • Der idyllische Garten lädt zum verweilen ein // © T. Eden

    Apartment House ART

    • Alexandrinenstraße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    The modern, sophisticated apartments of the special "ART", furnished with loving design objects, are located in a beautiful captain's house in an exclusive, quiet and central location in the Baltic resort Warnemünde. From here it is about 5 min. to the Baltic Sea beach, 2 min. to the train station as well as to the Alter Strom.

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  • Excursion trail "Ribnitzer Großes Moor

    • 18311 Neuheide

    The excursion trail winds through one of the most interesting coastal raised bogs in Germany.

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  • Church Elmenhorst

    • Dorfstraße, 23948 Elmenhorst

    Church Elmenhorst

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  • Lindner Hotel Boltenhagen auf dem Resortgelände Weiße Wiek // © TUI AG

    Iberotel Boltenhagen

    • Baltische Allee, 23946 Ostseebad Boltenhagen

    Iberotel Boltenhagen – experience the Baltic Sea.The 4-star superior Iberotel Boltenhagen, family-friendly apartments DORFHOTEL Boltenhagen and the Marina Boltenhagen, a yacht harbour with 290 berths, create the setting for this extraordinary holiday world by the sea.

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  • Apartment house Monika - at the pier // © Anke Schultz

    Apartment house Monika at the pier

    • Strandstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    Small and fine apartment house in the heart of Kühlungsborn

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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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  • Teutendorf manor house

    • Teutendorf, 18190 Teutendorf

    The manor house was built around 1800 by the von Flotow family in the classicist style. The foundations date back to the 15th century.

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  • Village church side with memorial stone // © Frank Burger

    Village church Kirch Mulsow

    • Garvensdorfer Weg, 18233 Kirch Mulsow

    The Lutheran village church in Kirch Mulsow is a listed church building.

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  • Neukloster City Hall

    • Hauptstraße, 23992 Neukloster

    The town hall in Neukloster is located at Hauptstraße 27.

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  • Luftaufnahme Herrenhaus Levetzow // © Herrenhaus Levetzow / Bernd Lüskow

    Levetzow Manor House

    • Am Gutshaus, 23972 Lübow

    In the Levetzow manor house you can expect a spacious ambience, in the vacation apartments a mixture of comfort, modernity and the "old".

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  • Welcome to my ranch // © © Hannas Ranch

    Hanna's ranch

    • Hof, 18236 Altenhagen

    You love the idyll of a farm? But your children would rather swim at the Baltic Sea and build sandcastles? Then you are in the right place in beautiful Mecklenburg at Hanna's Ranch. The ranch is located in the Altenhagen hills and is only 15 minutes away from the Baltic Sea and its sandy beach.

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  • House to the anchor

    • Stolteraer Weg, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    In this beautiful thatched house we offer 2 vacation apartments for up to 4 people per apartment. So 2 friendly families can spend their vacation here well together. All guests have access to the garden and their own terrace.

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  • View over the salt marshes in Gollwitz // © Kurverwaltung Insel Poel

    Salt marshes island Poel

    • 23999 Gollwitz

    The locals preserve the nature of their island and especially the salt marshes with their unique flora and fauna.

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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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    Manor house Redewisch

    • Redewischer Straße, 23946 Redewisch

    Hotel & Restaurant in the green, not far from the beach and the center of the Baltic resort Boltenhagen.

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  • The Altenteilerkate at Lübecker Straße 74. // © Frank Burger

    Heimatstube Altenteilerkate

    • Lübecker Straße, 23942 Dassow

    The Heimatstube Altenteilerkate is run by the Heimatverein Dassow e.V..

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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.