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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  • Frontal image of the community center Sanitz // © Frank Burger

    Local history museum Sanitz

    • Hof Sanitz, 18190 Sanitz

    Heimatstube is located in the community center Sanitz.

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  • 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.

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  • The luxury hotel right on the beach comprises an ensemble of six classicist buildings in Germany's first seaside resort. // © Grand Hotel Heiligendamm

    Grand Hotel Heiligendamm

    • Prof.-Dr.-Vogel-Str., 18209 Heiligendamm

    Whether it's a romantic weekend, a spa and wellness stay or a family holiday - the Grand Hotel Heiligendamm in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern offers the right offer for a wonderful holiday at the Baltic Sea. The luxury hotel, located directly at the beach, comprises an ensemble of six classicist buildings and a historic panoramic pier.

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  • 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.

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  • Das Alte Pfarrhaus in Alt Bukow. // © Linda Tuinier Hofman

    Old rectory in Alt Bukow

    • Kirchweg, 18233 Alt Bukow

    Idyllic country vacation on the Mecklenburg Baltic Coast. The stylishly renovated Old Rectory offers space for happy family reunions and group trips. The Old Rectory is also suitable for people with disabilities.

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  • Exterior view of the a-ja Warnemünde. The resort. // © a-ja Resort Warnemünde

    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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    Old Strom, Warnemünde

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Am Strom, 18119 Warnemünde

    The 'Alte Strom' was the only shipping route to the Rostock harbour until 1903. Today only yachts, passenger ships and fishing boats anchor here.

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    Dutch Windmill Zepelin

    • 18246 Zepelin

    The Dutch Windmill in Zepelin is unique in the region.

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    Climbing & Adventure Forest Schwaan

    • Open today
    • Feldstraße, 18258 Schwaan

    CLIMBING, FUN & EDUCATION - all in one place! The longest ropeway in the north with 116.5 meters awaits you! In addition, seven courses with over 60 climbing tasks and an event tower with "Skyjump" from a height of over 9 meters.

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  • Today, the malt factory is the seat of the administration of the district of Nodwestmecklenburg. // © Frank Burger

    Malt factory Grevesmühlen

    • Börzower Weg, 23936 Grevesmühlen

    The Grevesmühlen malt factory is located on Börzower Weg in Grevesmühlen, the former county seat of the Nordwestmecklenburg district.

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    Historic hydroelectric power station

    • Temporarily closed
    • Am Berge, 18273 Güstrow

    -temporarily closed- The historic hydroelectric power plant of the Güstrow municipal utility still generates green electricity from hydroelectric power, which is fed into the Güstrow power grid. For interested parties, the Güstrow municipal utility offers a guided tour by appointment.

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  • Frotansicht des Alten Pferdestall Fahren // © Olaf Drümmer

    Old horse stable driving

    • Dorfstraße, 23992 Fahren

    A place for art and culture. Following extensive renovation work, the old horse stable in Fahren has become a place of well-being and a meeting place. The cultural association uses the excellent indoor and outdoor infrastructure for its various events.

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  • The church Roggendorf belongs to the ev. parish Gadebusch. // © Frank Burger

    Church Roggendorf

    • Kneeser Straße, 19205 Roggendorf

    The village church of Roggendorf is a medieval fieldstone church in the Mecklenburg municipality of Roggendorf, built in the 13th century.

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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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  • House Sea Wind

    • Poststraße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    The "Haus Seewind" with 6 vacation apartments is located in a quiet courtyard area in the center of Warnemünde, close to the Alter Strom, 10 min to the beach.

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  • Blue Doors Hostel KTV

    • Doberaner Straße, 18057 Rostock

    Hostel in a central location, in the heart of Rostock's student district.

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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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  • The vault in the town hall is an attractive place for events. // © Frank Burger

    Court arbor Wismar

    • Am Markt, 23970 Wismar

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

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    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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  • Ostsee vor Warnemünde mit Blick auf den Strand und Hotel NEPTUN // © Hotel NEPTUN

    Hotel NEPTUN

    • Seestraße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Uniquely beautiful location directly on the beach. Each room with balcony & sea view. Culinary variety in various restaurants, the NEPTUN SPA and the certified original Thalasso Center await you.

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  • Ev. family holiday village Boltenhagen

    • Ostseeallee, 23946 Boltenhagen

    The Protestant Holiday Village Boltenhagen is located on an approx. 4 hectare wooded site with direct access to the sandy beach. Large and small families, young and young at heart, school classes, seminar groups or groups with people with disabilities - here you will find the right offer!

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    Friedrichshagen bike path church

    • Grevesmühlener Straße, 23968 Gressow

    The village church, built around 1415, was awarded the status of the bike path church in 2015. It is open from Easter to Reformation Day from 08:00 to 18:00. Overnight accommodation is available in the neighboring recreation center.

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    Country hotel Ostseetraum

    • Stolteraer Weg, 18119 Warnemünde-Diedrichshagen

    Living under thatched roof, 650m to the beach & 3km to Warnemünde, rural, maritime & 1 room with whirlpool, 1-3 room apartment with mini kitchen, partly with terrace, sun terrace, free parking, packages - Sincerely family Apitz

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  • das idyllisch gelegene Gutshaus Gubkow // © Frank Burger

    Gubkow manor

    • Am Hofsee, 18190 Gubkow

    The manor house Gubkow is a former manor house.

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    Vacation homes Stolteraa

    • Waldweg, 18119 Diedrichshagen

    An ideal place for a relaxing Baltic Sea vacation are our two adjacent vacation homes in the bungalow settlement "Stolteraa" in Dietrichshagen-Warnemünde. They offer comfortable coziness in a quiet location only 200 m from the beach. The houses are modern, well maintained and heatable.

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  • Vierburg Bützow

    • Vierburgweg, 18246 Bützow

    Four comfortable vacation apartments surrounded by greenery, near the Warnow River. Enjoy the peace and quiet, experience nature, and simply unwind—ideal for vacations, business trips, and extended stays in Bützow.

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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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    Tower house Kühlungsborn

    • Strandstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    Centrally located in the beautiful Kühlungsborn you will find 13 individually and comfortably furnished apartments in the Turmhaus.

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  • Blue Doors Hostel Old Town // © Blue Doors Hostel

    Blue Doors Hostel Old Town

    • Beginenberg, 18055 Rostock

    Central hostel in the old town of Rostock.

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    Apartments Stuckart

    • Badeweg, 18181 Ostseeheilbad Graal-Müritz

    Enjoy your best days of the year in one of the vacation apartments Stuckart in the Baltic health spa Graal-Müritz.

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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.