Into the Sailing Paradise

Water under the Keel and Wind in the Sails

Whether braving the wind and waves on the Baltic Sea, gliding along the Peene River or conquering Germany's largest inland lake - sailing in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern means experiencing unbridled freedom in a variety of ways.

Sailing trip at sunset on the Warnow in Warnemünde, © TMV/Werk3

Water under the keel and wind in the sails

A good 2,000 kilometers of coastline and over 2,000 lakes offer numerous sailing areas for professionals, beginners and fellow sailors. Thanks to the varied coastal landscape, the fresh, salty sea air and the good wind conditions, the Baltic Sea is an excellent area for exciting sailing trips. But even away from the open sea, leisure captains will find the best conditions for setting sail in the . The Müritz is particularly popular, with a water area of 117 square kilometers an absolute paradise for all sailing professionals and all those who want to become one.

Numerous marinas and sports boat harbors with over 25,000 berths as well as boat service, charter and sailing schools stand for an excellent maritime infrastructure.

In addition to individual sailing trips, many places also offer co-sailing opportunities. From quaint, rustic to sporty, fast catamarans and speed sailing yachts, sailing is an active experience where everyone can get involved.

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  1. The town harbour in the centre of the seaside resort of Ueckermünde, © Stadt Ueckermünde

    Ueckermünde Town Harbour

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  2. Port in the main village Kirchdorf, © Liene Photografie Nadine Sorgenfried

    Port Kirchdorf

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  3. © TMV/Allrich

    Citymarina

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  4. © Touristik-Service-Kühlungsborn GmbH

    Boat harbor Kühlungsborn

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    Port Barhöft

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  6. © Precise Resort Marina Wolfsbruch

    Precise Resort Marina Wolfsbruch

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  7. © TZ Wismar, Alexander Rudolph

    Old Harbour of Wismar

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  8. © TMV/Gohlke

    Marina Wiek Ruegen

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  9. © Naturhafen-Krummin GmbH

    Natural Harbor Krummin

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  10. © Moritz Kertzscher

    YachtWorld White Wiek

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  11. © Sabrina Wittkopf-Schade

    Greifswald-Wieck sailing and yacht harbour

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  12. Mooring place for boats, © TMV/Gohlke

    Marina Lubmin

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  13. © Sabrina Wittkopf-Schade

    Ueckermünde lagoon city

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  14. © Sebastian Götte

    Harbour of Lauterbach

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  15. © Yachthafenresidenz Hohe Düne, www.hohe-düne.de

    Marina Hohe Düne

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  16. Port of Lohme, © Tourismuszentrale Rügen

    Port & water hiking resting place Lohme

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  17. © Philipp Schulz

    Harbour Stahlbrode

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  18. im-jaich natural oasis Gustow

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  19. © Tourismuszentrale Rügen

    Sport boat and marina Breege

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  20. © TMV/Gohlke

    Marina Greifswald on the Ryck

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  21. © Stadt Barth Arndt Gläser

    Barther Yacht Service GmbH

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  22. © Tourismuszentrale Rügen

    Port & water hiking rest area Ralswiek

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  23. The marina in the resort of Mönkebude offers a full service, © Angelika Michaelis

    Mönkebude Marina

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  24. © Campingplatz am Wiesengrund

    Camping ground Am Wiesengrund

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  25. © Stadt Barth

    Maritim Center Marks

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  26. Port Schaprode

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  27. © TMV/Gohlke

    Harbour Lassan

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  28. City Harbour Wolgast

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  29. © Harald Mertes

    Marina Müritz - water sports in the harbor village Müritz

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    Marina Müritz GmbH

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Frequently asked questions about sailing in MV

Which sailing areas await you in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern?

About 2,000 kilometers of coastline and over 2,000 lakes are open to you. Whether on the Baltic Sea with its fresh breeze and endless horizon or on the Müritz – Germany's largest inland lake – here you will find fantastic conditions for sailing beginners and professionals alike.

Do you need previous experience to sail in MV?

No, in MV you can also start without experience. Many sailing schools offer courses for beginners and you can simply sail along on traditional sailing boats, catamarans or yachts and experience the basics while getting to grips with them.

Where is the best place for you to sail?

Sailing is possible in many places - for example on traditional sailing boats such as Zeesenbooten, on sporty catamarans in Kühlungsborn or on excursion yachts such as the „Weisse Düne“ near Usedom. Very different experiences await you on the water.

What special sailing experiences are there for families?

The youth sailing yacht Greif from Ueckermünde invites children and young people to join in - from setting sail to navigating. Day or multi-day trips also provide real adventure for the whole family.

Is sailing in MV barrier-free?

Yes, with the barrier-free two-master Wappen von Ueckermünde, up to four wheelchair users can actively sail along. Here you are part of the crew – whether steering, setting sails or helping out in the galley. 

What makes sailing on the Müritz so special?

The Müritz, with 117 km² of water, is an incomparable inland area. You can immerse yourself in the tranquil nature of the Mecklenburg Lake District and enjoy sailing there in its relaxed and original form.

Which historic ships can you experience?

From the Zeesenboats with their distinctive brown sails to the schooner brig Greif in Greifswald, you can experience maritime history authentically and embark on a journey through time across the Baltic Sea.

Can you also book short sailing trips?

Yes, day and evening tours are ideal for spontaneous experiences. Whether it's a sundowner sail in Rostock, a culinary evening on the Twee Gebroeders or a relaxed cruise near Usedom - anything is possible.

Which sailing trips are interesting for adventure seekers?

For those who want to go further afield, AbenteuerSegeln offers trips to Rügen, Bornholm, Copenhagen or even Norway - with modern yachts and real deep-sea emotions.

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