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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    Pension Cora

    • Tarnewitzer Str., 23946 Boltenhagen

    A small bed and breakfast in a quiet location in the Baltic resort Boltenhagen invites you to spend your vacation. Lovingly each of our rooms is named and furnished according to a different theme.

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    Rostock City Harbour

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18057 Rostock

    The city harbour on the banks of the Warnow with its museum and sailing harbour is a popular promenade with restaurants, shopping facilities and large stores. Until the opening of the seaport in 1960, the entire cargo handling was concentrated here.

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  • Climbing wall Rostock

    • Neptunallee, 18057 Rostock

    Since spring 2012, the first and only outdoor climbing wall in Rostock has been located at the Hochbunker on the site of the former Neptun shipyard. In addition to the outdoor climbing wall, an outdoor bouldering facility was also built. The climbing wall has many routes with different degrees of difficulty and has a height of 12 meters.

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    Green Wiek Honeycomb House Hostel

    • Zur Wiek, 23968 Hohenkirchen OT Beckerwitz

    At the edge of the Klützer Winkel lies the natural area of the Wabenhausherberge with 6 tree houses in honeycomb form.

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  • Seehotel Großherzog von Mecklenburg

    • Ostseeallee, 23946 Boltenhagen

    The Seehotel Großherzog von Mecklenburg is located in the Baltic resort of Boltenhagen, between the Hanseatic towns of Lübeck and Wismar on the seafront and not far from the 290-metre long pier.

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    Reez manor

    • Am Hof, 18196 Reez

    On the most beautiful cycling and hiking routes along the Warnow River with its breakthrough valleys, adjacent meadows and forests, you will reach the village of Reez, which was first mentioned in a Rostock chamber register in 1283.

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    a-ja Warnemünde. The resort.

    • Zur Promenade, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Finally there is the SPA vacation for all. Vacation with a-ja is new and above all affordable, comfortable, but without superfluous luxury. With a-ja you decide what belongs to your vacation and you only pay for what you really enjoy and use.

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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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    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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    Half-timbered house in Reddelich

    • Häuslerei, 18209 Reddelich

    The half-timbered house in Reddelich was built in the 19th century.

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  • Milk filling station, Stäbelow

    • Wilsener Weg, 18198 Stäbelow

    365 days a year fresh country milk directly from the producer.

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  • Theater of the Hanseatic City of Wismar

    • Bürgermeister-Haupt-Straße, 23966 Wismar

    The theater of the Hanseatic City of Wismar has 4 venues with different character

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    Manor house Dummerstorf

    • Hof, 18196 Dummerstorf

    The Dummerstorf manor house is one of the oldest manor houses in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and is a listed building.

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    Historic farm garden Kastanienhof

    • Kastanienhof, 19217 Bülow

    Botanical show garden in the style of a traditional farm garden. In an idyllic secluded location, about four kilometers from the monastery town of Rehna, the Kastanienhof is situated in a wonderful secluded location in the hilly terminal moraine landscape between the Baltic Sea and the Schaalsee.

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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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    Court arbor Wismar

    • Am Markt, 23970 Wismar

    The Wismar Courthouse is located in the town hall of the city.

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  • Pension Am Haffeld

    • Poeler Straße, 23970 Wismar

    B&B, bike-friendly accommodation, outdoor seating and barbecue area, lockable bike garage, drying room, repair facilities, camping possible, self-catering kitchen, restaurant 200 m away.

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    Morada Strandhotel Kühlungsborn

    • Rudolf-Breitscheid-Straße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    4-star superior wellness hotel in direct beach location. Noble rooms and suites allow for a stylish vacation. Enjoy the fantastic sea view from our panorama floor. The 3,000 m² wellness oasis KÜBOMARE with seawater and sauna world takes you to a new dimension of well-being.

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    Church Gelbensande

    • Kiefernweg, 18182 Gelbensande

    The church in Gelbensande is a brick church.

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  • Hotel Four Seasons Kühlungsborn

    • Ostseeallee, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    Discover the incomparable "four seasons feeling"! Experience the most modern hotel and SPA comfort in the classic ambience of resort architecture. The Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kühlungsborn is one of the most beautiful hotels in Kühlungsborn, distinctive and unique.

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    Vienna House Sonne

    • Neuer Markt, 18055 Rostock

    The traditional Vienna House Sonne welcomes you to the heart of the Hanseatic town. The four-star superior hotel looks back on a hotel and gastronomy tradition spanning more than 200 years. The generous size and homely atmosphere of the 121 rooms and suites are impressive.

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  • Astronomical station Tycho Brahe

    • Nelkenweg, 18057 Rostock

    The Astronomical Station "Tycho Brahe" comprises an observatory and a planetarium in Rostock. Since its existence, it has served mainly to support school teaching.

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    minimare discovery park at the Baltic Sea

    • Neue Reihe, 23942 Kalkhorst

    The minimare makes Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's history tangible and invites you on a family-friendly and adventurous journey through time.

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    Manor Klein Nienhagen

    • Ahornallee, 18236 Kröpelin OT Klein Nienhagen

    The historic estate Klein Nienhagen, located near the Baltic Sea between Rostock and Wismar, offers country vacations made to measure in lovingly furnished vacation apartments.

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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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    Apartments Schmidt family

    • Hermannstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The comfortable vacation apartments for 2 to 4 persons are located only 500 meters from the beach of the Baltic resort Kühlungsborn.

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    Family Holiday Village Rerik

    • John-Brinckman-Straße, 18230 Rerik

    Vacations for the whole family, for every generation - that's what the family holiday village in the Baltic resort of Rerik offers. Active leisure with sports and games is just as possible as sunbathing and relaxing in the spacious outdoor area.

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    Water art on the market place Wismar

    • Am Markt, 23966 Wismar

    The waterworks were built from 1580 to 1602 according to the plans of the Dutch master builder Philipp Brandin from Utrecht in the style of the Dutch Renaissance and served until 1897 for the drinking water supply of the city. The banners in Latin and German tell about the drinking water supply in earlier times.

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    AKZENT Hotel Residence

    • Zur Seebrücke, 18181 Graal-Müritz

    Experience the classic spa style romance in one of the most traditional hotels of the Baltic health spa Graal-Müritz. With comfortable rooms, friendly service and excellent cuisine, we will spoil you in a familiar and cozy stylish atmosphere.

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    Church Old Karin

    • Neue Straße, 18236 Carinerland

    The village church of Alt Karin is an early Gothic brick building in the municipality of Carinerland.

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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.