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.

635 results

  • © Kurverwaltung Ostseebad Insel Poel

    Fortress Kirchdorf

    • 23999 Ostseebad Insel Poel

    Southwest of Kirchdorf on the island of Poel are the remains of a fortress. It was a two-part complex built from 1614 to 1619, consisting of a rampart around a church and the immediately adjacent star-shaped fortress.

    Read more: "Fortress Kirchdorf"
  • Villa // © Neil Kilindo

    The mill villa Bützow

    • Bahnhofstraße, 18246 Bützow

    Lovely accommodation in monument city villa, with large garden and spa. Sustainable Bed & Breakfast with organic, regional as well as seasonal breakfast.

    Read more: "The mill villa Bützow"
  • das Rathaus Neukloster an der Hauptstraße 27 // © Frank Burger

    Neukloster City Hall

    • Hauptstraße, 23992 Neukloster

    The town hall in Neukloster is located at Hauptstraße 27.

    Read more: "Neukloster City Hall"
  • Lovingly maintained, the Harry Fork Baltic Sea holiday homes offer an ideal base for great excursions // © Ostseeferienhäuser Harry Fork

    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.

    Read more: "Baltic Sea vacation homes Harry Fork"
  • 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.

    Read more: "Kastanienhof - Guest House"
  • Exterior view house Nele // © MITourA GmbH

    Vacation home Nele at the Baltic Sea

    • Landstorf, 23968 Zierow

    Escape from everyday life and look forward to a relaxing vacation in our beautiful vacation home Nele in Zierow near Wismar.

    Read more: "Vacation home Nele at the Baltic Sea"
  • 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.

    Read more: "Vacation homes Stolteraa"
  • At the Ratsdienerhaus, a successful symbiosis of modern and historic architecture was achieved. // © Frank Burger

    Council servant house Gadebusch

    • Am Markt, 19205 Gadebusch

    The council servant's house belongs to the ensemble of the Gadebusch town hall.

    Read more: "Council servant house Gadebusch"
  • Außenansicht // © Landhotel Ostseetraum

    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

    Read more: "Country hotel Ostseetraum"
  • Die Stadtkirche Grevesmühlen wurde über viele Jahrhunderte immer wieder umgebaut. // © Frank Burger

    St. Nikolai Church Grevesmühlen

    • Kirchplatz, 23936 Grevesmühlen

    The town church of St. Nikolai in Grevesmühlen is originally a brick church of the transitional style from Romanesque to Gothic, which has been heavily remodeled over the centuries.

    Read more: "St. Nikolai Church Grevesmühlen"
  • View towards Baltic Sea from west balcony // © a. Daubert

    Vacation apartment Charlotte

    • Heinrich-Heine-Str., 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    The 2 room apartment is located only a few steps away from the most beautiful beach of the Baltic Sea. It is located on the 3rd floor of a renovated old building and is easily accessible by elevator. From the balcony you can enjoy the evening sun, the view over the spa gardens and the lateral view of the Baltic Sea.

    Read more: "Vacation apartment Charlotte"
  • Rosenow church

    • Kastorfer Weg / Schulstraße, 17091 Rosenow

    The church in Rosenow was built in the middle of the 19th century in neo-Gothic style.

    Read more: "Rosenow church"
  • 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.

    Read more: "ScanHotels City Rostock"
  • Bird sanctuary island Langenwerder near Poel // © Liene Photografie Nadine Sorgenfried

    Bird sanctuary island Langenwerder

    • 23999 Gollwitz

    The small bird sanctuary island of Langenwerder is located in the entrance to the Salzhaff in the north-east of the Baltic Sea island of Poel.

    Read more: "Bird sanctuary island Langenwerder"
  • Pension Richter // © Pension Richter

    Pension Richter

    • Doberaner Straße, 18211 Nienhagen

    A family-run feel-good hotel on the beautiful Baltic Sea directly between the Baltic resorts of Warnemünde and Bad Doberan. Breathtaking natural cliffs and the ghost forest, named after the whimsical grown trees, as well as wide fields surround our small hotel in a dreamlike setting.

    Read more: "Pension Richter"
  • Aparthotel Rosenhof // © Hr. Wegener

    Apartments Rosenhof

    • Poststraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    Baltic Sea vacation also directly with sea view or also gladly with pets.

    Read more: "Apartments Rosenhof"
  • Great stone grave Neu Gaarz 2

    • 18230 Rerik

    Great stone grave: passage grave from the Neolithic Age

    Read more: "Great stone grave Neu Gaarz 2"
  • Die Betriebsfeuerwehr. // © Uwe Rosenfeld

    State Fire Brigade Museum M-V

    • Demener Weg, 19205 Meetzen

    The State Fire Museum of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is the regional museum for the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and the district of Nordwestmecklenburg. On an area of 2,000 m², the State Fire Brigade Museum displays 5,000 exhibits, including 55 vehicles, trailers and large-scale equipment.

    Read more: "State Fire Brigade Museum M-V"
  • The Old Rectory 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.

    Read more: "Old rectory in Alt Bukow"
  • St. John's Church in Kühlungsborn

    • Schlossstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

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

    Read more: "St. John's Church in Kühlungsborn"
  • Villa Aranka

    • Strandweg, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Bright, cozy vacation apartment in listed beach villa from the time of resort architecture. Exclusive location directly on the Baltic Sea, 70m to the beach, behind the house begins the park with walking paths and the Baltic Sea bike hiking trail.

    Read more: "Villa Aranka"
  • Das Gutshaus Schmakentin // © Sphinx ET

    Manor house Schmakentin

    • Dorfstraße, 23992 Schmakentin

    Late Classicist manor house near the Hanseatic City of Wismar

    Read more: "Manor house Schmakentin"
  • Spring at the donkey farm // © Eselhof Schlage

    Schlage donkey farm

    • Am Obstgarten, 18196 Schlage

    Not far from the Hanseatic city of Rostock, an attractive, popular site for education, leisure and recreation of a high standard has been created in just a few years on a 3.3ha site of a former orchard. Constantly it is expanded and new things are created.

    Read more: "Schlage donkey farm"
  • The "Old Sugar Factory" Experience in Ticino". // © TFZ Tessin

    World of experience Ticino

    • Sülzer Str., 18195 Tessin

    Welcome to the "Old Sugar Factory

    Read more: "World of experience Ticino"
  • Beselin manor house

    • Am Gutshaus, 18196 Dummerstorf

    Beselin manor house was built around 1890/1900.

    Read more: "Beselin manor house"
  • 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.

    Read more: "Old horse stable driving"
  • View of St. Mary's Church from New Market Square // © Joachim Kloock

    St. Mary's Church Rostock

    • Open today
    • Bei der Marienkirche, 18055 Rostock

    St. Mary's is Rostock's largest and most important church, first mentioned in a document in 1232. Transept and nave of the cruciform basilica are of equal length and emphasize the massive and closed impression. The church has precious furnishings, such as the oldest astronomical clock in northern Germany from 1472, which functions with original parts, and a bronze baptismal fountain from 1290.

    Read more: "St. Mary's Church Rostock"
  • Church tower // © Frank Burger

    Schwaan church

    • Schulstraße, 18258 Schwaan

    The church is a single-nave all-brick church, begun in the early 13th century as a Romanesque building and completed in the mid-13th century in the Gothic style.

    Read more: "Schwaan church"
  • © Arne Nagel

    A-ROSA Ostseehotel Kühlungsborn

    • Zur Seebrücke, 18225 Ostseebad Kühlungsborn

    A-ROSA Ostseehotel Kühlungsborn - your vacation hotel in the first row with the restaurant Kiek in, the bar Rondo and the year-round heated indoor and outdoor pool in the SPA-ROSA on 950 square meters.

    Read more: "A-ROSA Ostseehotel Kühlungsborn"
  • © Ute Kubeler

    Chapel Langen Trechow

    • 18246 Langen Trechow

    built in half-timbered construction

    Read more: "Chapel Langen Trechow"

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. Mecklenburg cuisine: a culinary foray along the Baltic coast

    Read more: "Mecklenburg cuisine: a culinary foray along the Baltic coast"
  2. Top

    5

    Excursion destinations in fall with children

    Read more: "Excursion destinations in fall with children"
  3. Top

    7

    Tiny Houses in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

    Read more: "Tiny Houses in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern"
  4. Top

    5

    Beach bars on the Baltic coast and inland

    Read more: "Beach bars on the Baltic coast and inland"
  5. The perfect summer day in Rostock

    Read more: "The perfect summer day in Rostock"
  6. At any time of year - Baltic Sea vacation with children

    Read more: "At any time of year - Baltic Sea vacation with children"
  7. Top

    5

    Country holiday tips for the fall

    Read more: "Country holiday tips for the fall"
  8. Everything you need to know about a vacation in Kühlungsborn

    Read more: "Everything you need to know about a vacation in Kühlungsborn"
  9. Organized cycle tours between the Baltic Sea and lakes

    Read more: "Organized cycle tours between the Baltic Sea and lakes"
  10. Photography in MV: In search of the light

    Read more: "Photography in MV: In search of the light"
  11. Baltic Sea hosts with a heart

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

    7

    Seven unique filming locations in MV

    Read more: "Seven unique filming locations in MV"
  13. Wonderful winter experiences

    Read more: "Wonderful winter experiences"
  14. Enjoyable dawdling - by bike in the Bay of Wismar

    Read more: "Enjoyable dawdling - by bike in the Bay of Wismar"
  15. Temporary home

    Read more: "Temporary home"
  16. Culinary city tour through Rostock

    Read more: "Culinary city tour through Rostock"
  17. Once in a lifetime ice bathing in the Baltic Sea

    Read more: "Once in a lifetime ice bathing in the Baltic Sea"
  18. Personal training on the Baltic Sea beach with sea energy

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