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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  • BEECH Resort Boltenhagen

    • Mecklenburgische Allee, 23946 Ostseebad Boltenhagen

    The BEECH Resort Boltenhagen welcomes you to the Weiße Wiek holiday resort with all-round family service that meets your every need.Our comfortably furnished apartments have plenty of space for dining, games, relaxation and rejuvenation.

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    AKZENT Hotel Residence

    • Zur Seebrücke, 18181 Graal-Müritz

    Experience the classic spa style romance in one of the most traditional hotels of the Baltic health spa Graal-Müritz. With comfortable rooms, friendly service and excellent cuisine, we will spoil you in a familiar and cozy stylish atmosphere.

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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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  • Vacation apartment Freiheit

    • Schilfweg, 19417 Warin

    Accessible vacation apartment in Warin just a few meters from Lake Groß Warin. Enjoy a relaxing vacation in the vacation home built in 2020.

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  • 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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    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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    StrandResort Markgrafenheide

    • Budentannenweg, 18146 Rostock-Markgrafenheide

    Located directly on the dunes of the Baltic Sea, StrandResort Markgrafenheide is the ideal place for your family vacation by the sea.

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  • Kerkhoff House Rostock

    • Hinter dem Rathaus, 18055 Rostock

    The richly decorated late Gothic gabled house, built in 1470 by order of the mayor Berthold Kerkhoff for a wealthy patrician family, has housed the city archives and the registry office since 1907.

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    Mecklenburg Resort Railway Molli

    • Fritz-Reuter-Straße, 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The Mecklenburg Resort Railway Molli offers something for any train enthusiast. Built with 900mm gauge width, the Molli is among the world's oldest narrow-gauge railways, and like no other mode of transport forges a link between traditional resort culture and modern holiday facilities.

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    Vacation apartment Kruse

    • Parkstraße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    Feel good in Warnemünde. That is what we want to offer you: Because of its close proximity to the beach and the city center, our house is the ideal starting point for excursions, sports activities and recreation. You will stay in spacious and lovingly furnished vacation apartments with free parking space and garden seating area.

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  • Rostock City Hall

    • Südring, 18059 Rostock

    The adventure arena in the north - built and completely modernized as a multifunctional event venue, the StadtHalle Rostock has been hosting conferences and congresses, shows and concerts, sporting events and television productions, balls and banquets for over three decades.

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    Vacation apartment in house Olymp

    • Hermannstr., 18225 Kühlungsborn

    The apartment is located only 100 m from the beach in the heart of Kühlungsborn-West. Here you can virtually smell the sea and relax from everyday life or experience an active vacation.

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    Rose Park Groß Siemen

    • An der Sieme, 18236 Groß Siemen

    The scent of roses - over 3,000 roses bloom in the Groß Siemen Rose Park in Mecklenburg Switzerland. It adjoins the manor house, which was first mentioned as early as the middle of the 14th century.

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    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.

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    Wismar, Holy Spirit Church

    • Lübsche Str. 31/Ecke Neustadt, 23966 Wismar

    The rectangular Gothic hall church was built in its present form in the 15th century, incorporating some parts from the previous building.

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  • Rostock City Hall

    • Neuer Markt, 18055 Rostock

    On the former market square of the middle town you can now find gabled houses, seagull fountains with Greek gods and the town hall. The latter was built around 1270 as a two-story double gable house with a vaulted cellar.

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  • Neuhoff Castle

    • Lütte Werder, 19417 Neuhof

    Schloss Neuhoff - this classic manor house stood empty for almost 20 years, but since the end of 2014 it has been inhabited and restored again. Already, the new owners and the newly founded cultural and equestrian association are dedicated to the topics of art & culture as well as equestrian sports.

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  • Bed & Breakfast Pension "Haus Seefrieden"

    • Ostseeallee, 23946 Boltenhagen

    "A house with history(s)" and a long tradition in the Baltic resort Boltenhagen

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    Wild herb farm Winkelkraut Beckerwitz

    • Zur Wiek, 23968 Hohenkirchen OT Beckerwitz

    Colorful wild herb garden in mandala form under construction with its own farm store, bistro & café and seminar business.

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    Bothmer Castle & Castle Park

    • Open today
    • Am Park, 23948 Klütz

    Bothmer Castle is one of the largest baroque palaces in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. It was built in 1726-1732 by the architect Johann Friedrich Künnecke. The builder was Imperial Count Hans Caspar von Bothmer.

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  • Vienna House Sonne

    • Neuer Markt, 18055 Rostock

    The traditional Vienna House Sonne welcomes you to the heart of the Hanseatic town. The four-star superior hotel looks back on a hotel and gastronomy tradition spanning more than 200 years. The generous size and homely atmosphere of the 121 rooms and suites are impressive.

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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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    Petri Church Rostock

    • Open today
    • Bei der Petrikirche, 18055 Rostock

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

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  • Hotel House by the Sea

    • Zur Seebrücke, 18181 Graal-Müritz

    In the first row, with a wide view of the sea, we are waiting for you in our family-run hotel in the Baltic health spa Graal-Müritz.

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    Tressow Castle

    • Schloss Tressow, 23966 Tressow

    The late classicist manor house Schloss Tressow from 1865 once belonged to the von Schulenburg family. Today it is used as a hotel and looks forward to vacation guests.

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  • Village church Hohen Viecheln

    • Pfarrweg, 23996 Hohen Viecheln

    The early Gothic village church of Hohen Viecheln is a listed church building in Hohen Viecheln.

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  • Apartments Alisch

    • Heinrich-Heine-Straße, 18119 Rostock-Warnemünde

    In the heart of Warnemünde, 200 m from the beautiful Baltic Sea beach and right next to the spa gardens, we offer 3 comfortable, cozy and modern furnished apartments for your Baltic Sea vacation.

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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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    Active Park Boltenhagen

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • Ostseeallee, 23946 Boltenhagen

    The exercise trail is not only beautifully situated on the forest promenade, but also boasts 14 ergometrically optimized and varied training options.

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  • WYNDHAM GARDEN Wismar Hotel

    • Bellevue, 23968 Gägelow

    The hotel is located just outside the Hanseatic City of Wismar, in the small village of Gägelow.

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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.