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.

642 results

  • City Hall Ticino

    • Am Markt, 18195 Tessin

    The town hall is located at the market Ticino.

    Read more: "City Hall Ticino"
  • Ferienhof Poggendiek // © Ferienhof Poggendiek/Roßmann

    Vacation farm Poggendiek

    • Lindenweg, 18236 Boldenshagen

    Only 10 minutes away from the Baltic Sea lies our rural oasis away from the urban hustle and bustle. Experience great animals and fun and games for young and old.

    Read more: "Vacation farm Poggendiek"
  • Ein herrliches Fleckchen Erde // © Oliver Furtak

    Vacation home Chestnut

    • Kastanienallee, 18236 Klein Siemen

    In beautiful Mecklenburg countryside, not far from the Baltic Sea coast, you will find peace and relaxation in our vacation home Kastanie. With great attention to detail and tastefully furnished, our vacation home radiates warmth and security.

    Read more: "Vacation home Chestnut"
  • Concert in St. Laurentius - Schönberg Music Summer // © Heiko Preller

    St. Laurentius Church Schönberg

    • An der Kirche, 23923 Schönberg

    The church of St. Lawrence was built in the 14th century, incorporating the remains of an older predecessor building. The wall paintings and stained-glass windows date from the 17th century. The church tower, which was added in the 16th century, was damaged by lightning in 1829 and subsequently received its distinctive spire, which is still preserved today.

    Read more: "St. Laurentius Church Schönberg"
  • Rostock Art Gallery

    • Open today
    • Hamburger Straße, 18069 Rostock

    The Kunsthalle Rostock shows exhibitions of contemporary art and modern classics. The listed building (1969) houses a collection of graphic sheets, paintings and sculptures, especially pieces of the region and East German art.

    Read more: "Rostock Art Gallery"
  • 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

    Read more: "Theater of the Hanseatic City of Wismar"
  • © Hotel Polar-Stern

    Hotel Polar Star

    • Ostseeallee, 18225 Ostseebad Kühlungsborn

    In the Baltic resort of Kühlingsborn, just 50 metres away from the white, sandy beach and the enormous city forest, lies the listed Hotel Polar-Stern.

    Read more: "Hotel Polar Star"
  • Aussenansicht // © Glander

    Cora Guesthouse

    • 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.

    Read more: "Cora Guesthouse"
  • The parsonage on Post Street in Baumgarten. // © Frank Burger

    Rectory Baumgarten

    • Postweg, 18346 Baumgarten

    The parsonage in Baumgarten dates back to the 19th century.

    Read more: "Rectory Baumgarten"
  • View of the manor house from the access road // © Klaus-Dieter Bartsch

    Blengow Manor

    • Lindenallee, 18230 Blengow

    A quietly situated, listed, renovated manor house as a vacation domicile in the Salzhaff region. Restful and relaxing vacations for vacation guests.

    Read more: "Blengow Manor"
  • Surrounded by a cemetery: the church in Groß Eichsen. // © Frank Burger

    St. John Church Groß Eichsen

    • Dorfstraße, 19205 Groß Eichsen

    The St. John's Church Groß Eichsen is located at the Groß Eichsen Lake.

    Read more: "St. John Church Groß Eichsen"
  • The village church in Hohen Luckow. // © Frank Burger

    Church Hohen Luckow

    • Ahornallee, 18239 Satow OT Hohen Luckow

    The village church of Hohen Luckow is located in the middle of the village right next to the Hohen Luckow estate.

    Read more: "Church Hohen Luckow"
  • Manor house Kammerhof

    • Kammerhof, 18209 Bad Doberan

    The Kammerhof manor house was built in 1783 and is now used for residential purposes.

    Read more: "Manor house Kammerhof"
  • The church, dating from the 15th century. // © Frank Burger

    Church Alt Bukow

    • Kirchweg, 18233 Alt Bukow

    The Lutheran church is a listed church building in Alt Bukow.

    Read more: "Church Alt Bukow"
  • Crooked house

    • Schloßplatz, 18246 Bützow

    The Krummen Haus Bützow houses the local history museum, the town library and a documentation on the political abuse of the penal system in Bützow.

    Read more: "Crooked house"
  • Horse farm Schwalbennest: View of our small, family-run equestrian farm in Jörnstorf, where you and your pets are welcome. // © Pferdehof Schwalbennest/ Rauth

    Riding farm Swallow's Nest

    • Feldstraße, 18230 Biendorf

    Vacations with horses under thatched roof - riding and riding out in a family atmosphere

    Read more: "Riding farm Swallow's Nest"
  • St. Marien Church Klütz

    • Open today
    • Wismarsche Straße, 23948 Klütz

    In the evang. Sankt-Marien-Kirche Klütz services, concerts and other events take place regularly. In addition, an exhibition can be visited during the summer months.

    Read more: "St. Marien Church Klütz"
  • Willkommen im restaurierten Backsteinhaus // © S. Hoffmeister

    Schaalsee vacations in the old country house

    • Dutzower Str., 19205 Kneese OT Sandfeld

    High quality cottage furnished in country style is suitable for 4 people on the first floor. Renting the whole renovated house for 6 people is possible. The cottage is equipped with a large kitchen-living room, fireplace and 2 bathrooms with sauna. It is situated very quietly embedded in a hilly landscape. The natural bathing place is within walking distance.

    Read more: "Schaalsee vacations in the old country house"
  • Village church Rethwisch // © VMO, A. Rudolph

    Church Rethwisch

    • Doberaner Straße, 18211 Rethwisch

    Church Rethwisch

    Read more: "Church Rethwisch"
  • Unser Hof-Schild- gebaut von einer Einrichtung für psychisch Kranke und behinderte Menschen. // © Marco Holter

    Alpaca farm at the Iserberg

    • Dorfstraße, 23936 Hamberge

    In the idyllic Hamberge at the end of the village is the alpaca farm. Our fascinating animals enchant all guests and vacationers!

    Read more: "Alpaca farm at the Iserberg"
  • 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.

    Read more: "Apartment Friedrich Franz"
  • Double room // © pentahotels

    pentahotel Rostock

    • Schwaansche Straße, 18055 Rostock

    Hello, in the Hanseatic city of Rostock. Penta is centrally located - a striking contrast to the historical backdrop. 152 rooms spread over five floors are real favorites for travelers. A short walk and you are standing in front of Gothic churches or modern bars and restaurants. Simply enter and discover!

    Read more: "pentahotel Rostock"
  • Rostock Popular Theater

    • Doberaner Straße, 18057 Rostock

    The Volkstheater Rostock is the four-party theater of the Hanseatic and University City of Rostock: music theater, drama, dance theater and the concert offerings of the Norddeutsche Philharmonie Rostock together form a strong backbone of the cultural life of the regiopolis.

    Read more: "Rostock Popular Theater"
  • The mill in Grevesmühlen. // © Frank Burger

    Mill Grevesmühlen

    • Sandstraße, 23936 Grevesmühlen

    The Grevesmuehlen gallery holland mill dates back to 1878.

    Read more: "Mill Grevesmühlen"
  • © Heiko Preller

    Rehna Monastery

    • Open today
    • Kirchplatz, 19217 Rehna

    Rehna is home to one of the most beautiful and largest preserved monastery complexes in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The monastery offers space for art, theater and music and is a focal point for pilgrimage and long-distance hiking. Particularly worth seeing are the large monastery garden, the late Romanesque monastery church, the Kneipp basin on the monastery grounds, and the pretty town of Rehna with its half-timbered buildings.

    Read more: "Rehna Monastery"
  • Nur wenige Meter von der Ostsee entfernt - das Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten // © MV-T

    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.

    Read more: "Hotel Four Seasons Kühlungsborn"
  • Exterior view of Klützer Mühle // © Klützer Mühle GmbH

    Klützer mill

    • An der Mühle, 23948 Klütz

    The Klützer Mühle has been a listed building for decades. The striking landmark is one of the important cultural-historical building blocks in the center of the Klützer Winkel.

    Read more: "Klützer mill"
  • Terrace // © Holger Benkner

    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.

    Read more: "Baltic Sea Bungalow Stolteraa "Albatros"
  • the entrance portal of the church // © Frank Burger

    Church Neukloster

    • Eichholzstraße, 23992 Neukloster

    The monastery church "St. Maria im Sonnenkamp" once belonged to the Sonnenkamp monastery.

    Read more: "Church Neukloster"
  • © Moritz Kertzscher

    Museum of local history Graal-Müritz

    • Parkstraße, 18181 Ostseeheilbad Graal-Müritz

    The museum of local history documents the history of Graal-Müritz "From fishing village to seaside resort". It also houses the gallery of the painter Joachim Weyrich.

    Read more: "Museum of local history Graal-Müritz"

Content is loaded

Select a location in the region

Select a region

or enter a location directly

Content is loaded

Discover the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea

Inspiration to read more in the vacation magazine

  1. Everything you need to know about a vacation in Kühlungsborn

    Read more: "Everything you need to know about a vacation in Kühlungsborn"
  2. Wonderful winter experiences

    Read more: "Wonderful winter experiences"
  3. The perfect summer day in Rostock

    Read more: "The perfect summer day in Rostock"
  4. Culinary city tour through Rostock

    Read more: "Culinary city tour through Rostock"
  5. Enjoyable dawdling - by bike in the Bay of Wismar

    Read more: "Enjoyable dawdling - by bike in the Bay of Wismar"
  6. Baltic Sea hosts with a heart

    Read more: "Baltic Sea hosts with a heart"
  7. Top

    5

    Excursion destinations in fall with children

    Read more: "Excursion destinations in fall with children"
  8. Mecklenburg cuisine: a culinary foray along the Baltic coast

    Read more: "Mecklenburg cuisine: a culinary foray along the Baltic coast"
  9. Temporary home

    Read more: "Temporary home"
  10. Top

    5

    Country holiday tips for the fall

    Read more: "Country holiday tips for the fall"
  11. Top

    7

    Seven unique filming locations in MV

    Read more: "Seven unique filming locations in MV"
  12. Top

    5

    Beach bars on the Baltic coast and inland

    Read more: "Beach bars on the Baltic coast and inland"
  13. Organized cycle tours between the Baltic Sea and lakes

    Read more: "Organized cycle tours between the Baltic Sea and lakes"
  14. Once in a lifetime ice bathing in the Baltic Sea

    Read more: "Once in a lifetime ice bathing in the Baltic Sea"
  15. Photography in MV: In search of the light

    Read more: "Photography in MV: In search of the light"
  16. Personal training on the Baltic Sea beach with sea energy

    Read more: "Personal training on the Baltic Sea beach with sea energy"
  17. Top

    7

    Tiny Houses in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

    Read more: "Tiny Houses in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern"
  18. At any time of year - Baltic Sea vacation with children

    Read more: "At any time of year - Baltic Sea vacation with children"
1- 0 from 0

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.