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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    Zarrentin Monastery

    • Kirchplatz, 19246 Zarrentin

    The former Cistercian nunnery "Himmelspforte" is located on the southern shore of the Schaalsee. The monastery complex, which is well worth seeing, can be visited. There is an exhibition on the history, as well as guided tours and audio guides.

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  • The church photographed from the south side., © Frank Burger

    Church Kessin

    • Neubrandenburger Straße, 18196 Kessin

    The church Kessin is located in the district of Rostock and belongs to the Evangelical Lutheran parish Kessin.

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    Manor house Klein Kussewitz

    • Am Gutshaus, 18184 Klein Kussewitz

    The lovingly restored Klein Kussewitz manor house offers the perfect setting for relaxing days in a special ambience and is a place to take a deep breath and linger at any time of year.

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    Country house Zarfzow

    • Schulmeister Weg, 18233 Zarfzow

    The country and group house in Zarfzow is ideal for shared experiences and get-togethers. School classes, clubs, fasting groups, choirs or families who want to celebrate parties - the country house offers plenty of space.

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    Swan Pond Park

    • 18069 Rostock

    Rostock Swan Pond Park

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  • Vacation apartment at the Iserberg

    • Dorfstrasse, 23936 Hamberge/Grevesmühlen

    With us you can really relax! The city nearby and the nature in front of the door- to the Baltic Sea a stone's throw!

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  • Hotel Schweriner Hof

    • Ostseeallee, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The hotel is located on the car-free beach promenade directly by the sea in Kühlungsborn West.

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    Farm at the Wiesengrund

    • Unterdorf, 18182 Mönchhagen

    Our ecologically controlled farm in a quiet secluded location is situated on the edge of the Rostock Heath near the Baltic Sea.

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    Water Gate Wismar

    • Am Hafen, 23966 Wismar

    The Water Gate is the last existing of originally five city gates, which were integrated in a four meter high city wall. It bears its name because it faces the harbor.

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    Guest house22 - at the monastery garden

    • Mühlenstrasse, 19217 Rehna

    One of the largest monastery complexes in our country is located in the heart of the small town of Rehna. The special thing about our guesthouse22 is the beautiful location directly at the monastery garden.

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    Church Rethwisch

    • Doberaner Straße, 18211 Rethwisch

    Church Rethwisch

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  • Pension Katy/House Troja

    • Wachtlerstraße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Our pension is located in the center of the seaside resort, near the beach and the promenade and opposite the spa park. It is a comfortable walk to the Old Stream. Train stations within walking distance.

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    Backstein Huus No. 15

    • Am Stangenberg, 18230 Biendorf - OT Wischuer

    Dorf Wischuer - a district of Biendorf which is surrounded by an idyllic landscape - directly near Kühlungsborn and Rerik on the Baltic Sea coast. A vacation home for families, groups and time-out lovers!

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  • Butterfly Park Klütz

    • An der Festwiese, 23948 Klütz

    A colorful spectacle unfolds in the Butterfly Park's spacious free-flight hall from April 1 to October 31: Hundreds of tropical butterflies float through a lushly planted tropical landscape. The animals come from various regions of South America, Asia and occasionally also Africa.

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    Petri Church Rostock

    • Open today
    • Bei der Petrikirche, 18055 Rostock

    St. Peter's Church was first mentioned in 1252.

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    Rostock Baroque Hall

    • Schwaansche Str., 18055 Rostock

    Concert Hall at the University Square

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  • Fresh pit

    • Frische Grube, 23966 Wismar

    The Frische Grube is one of the oldest artificial watercourses in Germany that run through a city. It connects Lake Schwerin with the Baltic Sea via the Mühlenteich, the Wallensteingraben and Lake Losten.

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  • The main building photographed frontally., © Frank Burger

    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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  • Our yard sign- built by an institution for mentally ill and disabled people., © 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!

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  • St. Luke's Church Graal-Müritz

    • Kastanienallee, 18181 Graal-Müritz

    The Lutheran church stands between the districts of Graal and Müritz, surrounded by the cemetery and houses. It was designed by Gottfried Ludwig Möckel by order of the Grand Duke Friedrich Franz IV and consecrated on October 18, 1908. Curiously, the tower is not located in the west as usual.

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  • Lieper Twin - 2 boulders with inscription

    • 18195 Liepen

    The Lieper twins are two boulders protruding over 2.5 meter from the ground. In 1925 these boulders were put up for hikers seeking relaxation. Their inscriptions are supposed to warn people, to take care of the surrounding nature and landscape.

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  • Catholic Church Heiligendamm

    • Kühlungsborner Straße, 18209 Heiligendamm

    Sacred Heart Chapel is a historic Roman Catholic church building in Heiligendamm, Bad Doberan town.

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    Einhusen

    • Einhusen, 23999 Weitendorf

    Einhusen is a detached old Pole farmhouse from 1900.

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    Strandresidenz-Kühlungsborn

    • Cubanzestraße, 18225 Ostseebad Kühlungsborn

    Germany's best vacation rental and other 5-star beach apartments for 1-8 persons with 1-4 bedrooms, 63-205 sqm, directly on the beach, smoke- and pet-free.

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  • the chapel Zepelin with lime tree and cemetery, © Frank Burger

    Zepelin chapel

    • Hauptstraße, 18246 Zepelin

    The chapel Zepelin is located in the small cemetery of the village.

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  • Rövershagen church

    • Graal-Müritzer-Straße, 18182 Rövershagen

    The village church Rövershagen is the church of the Evangelical Lutheran parish Rövershagen in the district of Rostock.

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    Poel island church

    • Möwenweg, 23999 Kirchdorf

    Coming from the mainland, the island church in Kirchdorf can be seen from afar - a massive brick building in the Romanesque-Gothic architectural style from the 13th century with a 47 m high tower. Striking about it, the eight-sided spire, popularly known as the Bischoffsmütze, because of its resemblance to one. In addition to church services, the church is available for tours, guided tours and concerts.

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  • Old Harbour of Wismar

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Alter Hafen, 23966 Wismar

    Since 1211, the Old Harbour has largely preserved its harbour basin in its location and design. Moreover, the harbour continues to be important as a mooring for excursion steamers, for leisure captains and traditional ships such as the 'Kogge' and the 'Atalanta'.

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    Vacation apartment Fiebig

    • Fritz-Reuter-Straße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Vacation apartment with 2 beds and one extra bed in central location and near the beach.

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    Mill house Ticino

    • Alter Markt, 18195 Tessin

    The mill house in Tessin today houses the town information center.

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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.