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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  • Kühlungsborn Pier

    • Zur Seebrücke, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The pier is located in Kühlungsborn Ost, an extension of "Strandstraße" - a popular shopping street for tourists and locals.

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  • Church from the south side, © Frank Burger

    Church Satow

    • Parkstraße, 18239 Satow

    The church in Satow was rebuilt after the old church became dilapidated.

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  • © TZ Wismar/Christoph Meyer

    Pier Wismar

    • Ernst-Scheel-Straße, 23968 Wismar

    The pier of Wismar is located in the district of seaside resort Wendorf.

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  • Island museum on the island of Poel, © Liene Photografie Nadine Sorgenfried

    Island Museum Poel Island

    • Open today
    • Möwenweg, 23999 Ostseebad Insel Poel OT Kirchdorf

    The island museum presents on more than 250 square meters an extensive and regionally consistently limited collection on the natural history and local history of the island of Poel. A permanent exhibition on the life and works of the painter Karl Christian Klasen completes the valuable collection. In the outdoor area there is a boulder garden as well as the model of the former Poel fortress, which was unique in its construction.

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  • © Frank Burger

    Manor house Bandelstorf

    • Am Gutshof, 18196 18196 Dummerstorf/ OT Bandelsdorf

    The historic estate Rittergut Bandelsdorf still consists of various buildings.

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  • © TMV/Gohlke

    Neubukow watermill

    • Mühlentor, 18233 Neubukow

    Neubukow watermill dates back to the 13th century.

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  • The 290 meter long pier in the Baltic resort Boltenhagen, © Moritz Kertzscher

    Boltenhagen Pier

    • Mittelpromenade, 23946 Boltenhagen

    The pier in the Baltic sea resort Boltenhagen.

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  • The historic building is now occupied by a family., © Frank Burger

    Old customs house Herrnburg

    • Hauptstraße, 23923 Herrnburg

    The Old Customs House in Herrnburg is the oldest residential building still standing in the Mecklenburg border town to the Hanseatic City of Lübeck.

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  • © Frank Burger

    Gallery Old Dairy Baumgarten

    • Warnowstraße, 18246 Baumgarten

    Today, the rooms of the Old Baumgarten Dairy house an art exhibition.

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  • The water tower on the Tempelberg in Bad Doberan., © Frank Burger

    Water tower Bad Doberan

    • Tempelberg, 18209 Bad Doberan

    The former water tower of Bad Doberan on the Tempelberg.

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  • View of the Salzhaff, the Wustrow peninsula and the Baltic Sea from Schmiedeberg, © Kurverwaltung Ostseebad Rerik

    Schmiedeberg

    • 18230 Rerik

    Schmiedeberg is a popular viewpoint on the beach of Rerik.

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  • Gallery Kröger

    • Closed today
    • Dünenstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The Kröger Gallery is one of the special art addresses in the picturesque Baltic resort of Kühlungsborn. Visitors can experience the inspiring world of art and encounter works by regional and international artists.

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  • © Drei Mäderl Haus

    Three girls house

    • Strandpromenade, 23946 Boltenhagen

    Historic beach villa in the Baltic resort Boltenhagen with lovingly furnished vacation apartments.

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  • Hotel At KAI 334

    • Alter Hafen Süd, 18069 Rostock

    The hotel "Am KAI 334" is located directly in the fishing port of Rostock. With a view of the Unterwarnow and the Rostock city skyline, a fresh sea breeze is guaranteed here.

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  • 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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  • Only a few meters from the Baltic Sea - Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten, © TMV

    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.

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  • General view vacation residence Am Salzhaff, © Ferienresidenz Am Salzhaff

    Vacation residence Am Salzhaff

    • Dorfstraße, 18230 Blengow

    Family-friendly and nature-oriented vacation apartments for 2 - 6 people offer a direct view of the Salzhaff from your terrace or balcony. Comfortable apartments with dishwasher and washing machine as well as a spacious property, two playgrounds, football field, barbecue area and bread service ensure relaxing vacations.

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  • Vacation apartment Groß in the middle of nature and yet central for an eventful vacation, © Ferienwohnung Groß

    Vacation apartment Groß

    • Lüskow, 17392 Butzow

    Comfortable vacation apartment (70 m²) for 4 perosnen in the scenic Peene valley. Equipped with bedroom, living room, dining area and kitchenette; terrace with barbecue facilities, large lawn, parking space for cars and bicycle rental.

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  • Village church Thelkow with bell tower, © Frank Burger

    Village church Thelkow

    • Dorfplatz, 18195 Thelkow

    Thelkow village church is a fieldstone building from the middle of the 13th century, the transition period from Romanesque to Gothic architectural style.

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  • Church photographed from the south side, © Frank Burger

    Parkentin church

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Rostocker Straße, 18209 Parkentin

    The village church Parkentin is the church of the Evangelical Lutheran parish Parkentin-Hanstorf in Bartenshagen-Parkentin in the district of Rostock.

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    Manor house Neu Farpen

    • Neu Farpen, 23974 Neu Farpen

    The manor house Neu Farpen is located between Wismar and Poel, not far from the reservoir in a scenic location. Our 200 year old manor house offers with its ambience, far away from stress and noise, ideal conditions for relaxing and restful days.

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  • From the high stand you can watch the lynxes, © Tierpark Wismar

    Wismar Zoo

    • Am Tierpark, 23966 Wismar

    Southwest of the old town of Wismar, the zoo of the Hanseatic City extends over 13 hectares - an ideal family excursion destination

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  • Swedish Redoubt, © Verband Meckleburgischer Ostseebäder e.V.

    Embankment Swedish Redoubt

    • 23996 Bad Kleinen

    Schwedenschanze rampart between Hohen Viecheln and Bad Kleinen

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    Hotel Poseidon

    • Hermannstraße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    A house to feel good in any season.

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  • the idyllically situated mill Neukloster, © Frank Burger

    Mill Neukloster

    • Bergstraße, 23992 Neukloster

    The mill Neukloster is a Dutch windmill.

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  • Exterior view Am Weststrand Aparthotel Kühlungsborn, © Am Weststrand Aparthotel Kühlungsborn

    Am Weststrand Aparthotel Kühlungsborn

    • Ostseeallee, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    Spacious and family-friendly apartments with balcony or terrace directly between the beach promenade and the city forest and thus only a stone's throw from the sea - relaxation and enjoyment in the heart of the Baltic resort Kühlungsborn.

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  • © Eric Groß

    Rostock Maritime Museum

    • Open today
    • IGA-Park Schmarl-Dorf, 18106 Rostock

    Experience a listed 10,000-ton ocean-going freighter from the inside as well - with engine room, bridge or sailor's chamber. This is possible on the traditional ship in the IGA Park.

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  • Exterior view, © Christian Handsche

    Vacation apartment Handsche

    • Streuwiesenweg, 18119 Diedrichshagen

    We offer individual vacations in the beautiful Warnemünde-Diedrichshagen.you have the choice between two vacation apartments and a detached vacation home in our quietly located vacation domicile in Streuwiesenweg 2, 18119 Diedrichshagen with a spacious garden for sunbathing, barbecuing and relaxing.

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    Ehm Welk House

    • Dammchaussee, 18209 Bad Doberan

    The Literaturhaus is the former home of the writer Ehm Welk.

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    Hotel Lapwing on the Baltic Sea

    • Nienhäger Straße, 18211 Börgerende-Rethwisch

    Directly on the spa road between Rostock and Bad Doberan, the hotel offers standard 3 star accommodation for more than 60 guests.

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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.