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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    Cultural History Museum in the Holy Cross Monastery

    • Klosterhof, 18055 Rostock

    The former Cistercian nunnery was founded in 1270 by the Danish Queen Margaret. The monastery was named after a splinter from the cross of Jesus Christ. Today, the former monastery houses the Museum of Cultural History, one of the largest and most important collections of cultural and art history in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

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    Embankment Swedish Redoubt

    • 23996 Bad Kleinen

    Schwedenschanze rampart between Hohen Viecheln and Bad Kleinen

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    Children Youth Art House Güstrow

    • Baustraße, 18273 Güstrow

    We show seen and invented from all workshops: painting, graphics, textiles and objects. Figures in the variety of their shape testify to the imagination of the children and young people. The exhibition encourages participation - material is ready.

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    Warnemünde pier

    • 18119 Rostock

    From the Warnemünde pier you can watch the arrival and departure of the large luxury liners, tall ships and ferry and cargo ships.

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    Rühn, monastery church

    • Klosterhof, 18246 Rühn

    The monastery church is a single-nave hall church.

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    Vacation homes Salzhaff-Romantik

    • Reriker Straße, 18233 Teßmannsdorf

    thatched cottages, 4 bedrooms, fireplace, playground, idyllic location

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    City Hall Ticino

    • Am Markt, 18195 Tessin

    The town hall is located at the market Ticino.

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    Church Mühlen Eichsen

    • Gadebuscher Straße, 19205 Mühlen Eichsen

    The village church of Mühlen Eichsen is an Evangelical Lutheran church building in Mühlen Eichsen.

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  • Gadebusch town information and museum complex

    • Amtsstraße, 19205 Gadebusch

    There are still numerous streets with their old houses that give an idea of life in the small town of Gadebusch in earlier times.

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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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    Church Rostock-Biestow

    • Am Dorfteich, 18059 Rostock

    The village church Biestow is the church in the Rostock district Biestow.

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    Manor house Thelkow

    • Am Dorfplatz, 18195 Thelkow

    The manor house Thelkow functions today as a school hostel.

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    Morada Hotel Arendsee

    • Ostseeallee, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    Modern, wonderfully located vacation hotel near the beach, separated from the beach only by the promenade.

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    St. John's Church in Kühlungsborn

    • Schlossstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    St. John's Church in Kühlungsborn - the first bike path church in Mecklenburg

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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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    Vacation home management Rerik

    • Strandstraße, 18230 Rerik

    Your vacations in Baltic resort Rerik are already waiting

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  • Museum in the hunting lodge Gelbensande

    • Open today
    • Am Schloss, 18182 Gelbensande

    The association Museum Jagdschloss Gelbensande e.V. lets visitors immerse themselves in the history of the house and shows them the lovingly restored living quarters of the representation floor as a museum with regular exhibitions, concerts and guided tours.

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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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  • Hornstorf village church

    • Hauptstraße, 23974 Hornstorf

    Hornstorf church

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  • Exterior view Pension Muttis Gute Stube, © Mutti's Gute Stube

    Mutti's good room

    • Schloßstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The family-run pension is located in a quiet green location, situated in Schlossstraße in Kühlungsborn/Mitte. Baltic Sea and pier only 20 minutes walk away.

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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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  • Direct proximity to the beach - the dune hotel Markgrafenheide, © TMV

    Dune Hotel Markgrafenheide

    • Dünenweg, 18146 Rostock-Markgrafenheide

    In best beach location, surrounded by coastal forest, you will find our quiet, cozy, family-run hotel with maritime restaurant, Mecklenburg and international cuisine, fish specialties.

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    Hotel Ostseeland Diedrichshagen

    • Stolteraer Weg, 18119 Warnemünde-Diedrichshagen

    The Ostseeland is an idyllic country hotel, only 200 meters from the Baltic Sea coast. Our nicely furnished hotel, with its 40 rooms, fulfills every vacation dream and ensures a relaxing time out.

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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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    Vacation apartment Kröpelin

    • 18236 Kröpelin

    Spend a relaxing vacation in the small town of Kröpelin.

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    Pottery & Sculpture Park Jung

    • Ausbau, 18211 Glashagen

    Joachim Jung - pottery with permanent exhibition and guided tours of the workshop

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    Hotel Susewind

    • Warnemünder Straße, 18146 Rostock-Markgrafenheide

    In the family-run atmosphere of the Hotel Susewind you will spend the best time of the year. The 3-star hotel is idyllically located in Markgrafenheide; the green district of Warnemünde.

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  • Folklore museum in Schönberg

    • Open today
    • Am Markt, 23923 Schönberg

    Only a few minutes away from the main building of the Folklore Museum lies the "Bechelsdorfer Schulzenhaus", the oldest hall house in the country.

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  • Retschow village church

    • Kirchweg, 18211 Retschow

    The village church Retschow is an Evang.-Luth. church building in Retschow, in the district of Rostock.

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    Pension riding camp Börgerende

    • Sonnensteg, 18211 Börgerende

    Riding and living at the Baltic Sea coast - Beautiful vacation homes and a modern riding facility await you. Enjoy your riding vacation with our Freiberg horses or with your own horse directly at the Baltic Sea.

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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.