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.

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. You can enjoy the Hanseatic charm and maritime flair of the seafront on the romantic harbors along the Baltic Sea coast, 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.

Accommodation

on the Mecklenburg Baltic coast

  1. © WONNEMAR

    WONNEMAR Resort Hotel Wismar

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  2. © BAIS GmbH

    Boltenhagen Apartment & Real Estate Service GmbH

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  3. The Gusthaus Hohen Luckow, built around 1700., © Frank Burger

    Hohen Luckow Manor

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  4. Family time in the modern kitchen with adjoining dining area, © @cramer

    Vacation home family time

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  5. Exterior view of the manor house, © Schlossgut Gross Schwansee

    Gross Schwansee Castle Estate

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  6. © Familie Burmester

    Manor house Stubbendorf

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  7. © Am Weststrand Aparthotel Kühlungsborn

    Am Weststrand Aparthotel Kühlungsborn

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  8. House view from the spa park side, © Thomas Alisch

    Apartments Alisch

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  9. Object view, © Pension Elmenhorst

    Pension Elmenhorst

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  10. The Baltic Sea Guesthouse between Wismar and Rerik, © Ostsee Gästehaus/Christian Möller

    Baltic Sea Guest House

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  11. © Hotel Strand 26

    Hotel Strand26

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  12. © Hotel Haus am Meer

    Hotel House by the Sea

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  13. Hayloft at the Apolony guest farm, © Gästehof Apolony/Apolony

    Apolony Guest Farm

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  14. © Vogel Hotel Appartements & Spa OHG

    Vogel Hotel Apartments & Spa

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  15. © Ferienresort Seepferdchen

    Baltic Sea Holiday Park Seahorse

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  16. Apartment on the first floor for 2 and 4 persons, © TMV/Witzel

    Riding farm Boltenhagen

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  17. © Arne Nagel

    Travel Charme Ostseehotel Kühlungsborn

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  18. © Drei Mäderl Haus

    Three girls house

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  19. © Wiebke Haas

    Manor Old Farpen

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  20. © Hotel Godewind

    Godewind Hotel & Restaurant

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  21. © StrandHotel Graal-Müritz

    StrandHotel Graal-Müritz

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  22. © a-ja Resort Warnemünde

    a-ja Warnemünde. The resort.

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  23. © DOMUSImages

    Büttelkow Manor

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  24. Vacation on the Baltic Sea in Rerik - ideal for the whole family!, © Residenz Meeresblick/van Ryck

    Residence MeeresBlick24.de

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  25. © Hotel Nordwind

    Hotel North Wind

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  26. City villa - front view, © Roswitha Kruse

    Vacation apartment Kruse

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  27. © Vincent Leifer

    Watermill Hanshagen

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  28. View of the manor house from the park, © Herrenhaus Roggow

    Roggow Manor

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  29. © @EHRINGHAUS

    Hotel An der Hasenheide

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  30. © BEECH Resort Boltenhagen

    BEECH Resort Boltenhagen

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  31. The idyllic garden invites you to linger, © T. Eden

    Apartment House ART

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  32. The marina residence Hohe Düne from the harbor, © Yachthafenresidenz Hohe Düne, www.hohe-duene.de

    Marina Residence Hohe Düne

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  33. © TMV, Danny Gohlke

    Kalkhorst Castle

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  34. Vacation apartment in Rostock with kitchen, © C.Struck

    Vacation apartment Struck

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  35. Pension Richter, © Pension Richter

    Pension Richter

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  36. View of the manor house from the access road, © Klaus-Dieter Bartsch

    Blengow Manor

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  37. © Hotel Gutshaus Stellshagen Cordes e. K.

    Hotel Manor Stellshagen

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  38. Exterior view, © Christian Handsche

    Vacation apartment Handsche

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  39. © Katrin Löchner

    The Guest House Rostock

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  40. © Florian Forst

    Gorow Castle Estate

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  41. © Hotel Hübner GmbH

    Park Hotel Hübner

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  42. © Hotel Polar-Stern

    Hotel Polar-Stern

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  43. Living room with kitchen, © Villa Schwalbe

    Villa Swallow

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  44. © Fewo-Christ

    Wellness Residence Dünenschloss

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  45. Exterior view house Nele, © MITourA GmbH

    Vacation home Nele at the Baltic Sea

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  46. © Jellyfish Hostel

    Jellyfish Hostel - central | cheap | quiet

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  47. © TMV/A.Wilken

    Vacation apartment Freiheit

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  48. © Gutshaus Gramkow

    Gramkow manor house

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  49. Vacation home in reed settlement Zierow, © LaWieka Vermietungsagentur

    LaWieka rental agency

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  50. © Strandresidenz Kühlungsborn

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Top excursion destinations

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  • Kerkhoffhaus, © A. Schulz

    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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  • © Kirchengemeinde Klütz-Boltenhagen

    St. Marien Church Klütz

    • Wismarsche Straße, 23948 Klütz

    In the evang. Sankt-Marien-Kirche Klütz services, concerts and other events take place regularly. In addition, an exhibition can be visited during the summer months.

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    Water art on the market place Wismar

    • Am Markt, 23966 Wismar

    The waterworks were built from 1580 to 1602 according to the plans of the Dutch master builder Philipp Brandin from Utrecht in the style of the Dutch Renaissance and served until 1897 for the drinking water supply of the city. The banners in Latin and German tell about the drinking water supply in earlier times.

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  • © Angelika Heim

    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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  • © Volkstheater Rostock/Dorit Gätjen

    Rostock Popular Theater

    • Doberaner Straße, 18057 Rostock

    The Volkstheater Rostock is the four-party theater of the Hanseatic and University City of Rostock: music theater, drama, dance theater and the concert offerings of the Norddeutsche Philharmonie Rostock together form a strong backbone of the cultural life of the regiopolis.

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  • © TMV/Gohlke

    Wesselstorf Manor Park

    • Wesselstorf, 18195 Selpin

    A design highlight that can still be experienced today or can be experienced again is the visual axis on the south side of the house across the pond to a hill, the so-called Schlossberg.

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  • Penguins in the polarium at Rostock Zoo, © Zoo Rostock/Braun

    Rostock Zoo

    • Open today
    • Barnstorfer Ring, 18059 Rostock

    At Rostock Zoo, the best zoo in Europe, experience 4,200 animals in 430 different species from all over the world in just one day. In the DARWINEUM, you will embark on a spectacular journey through evolution. The heart of the living museum beats in the Tropical Hall - home to the gorillas and orangutans. Open daily from 9 a.m.

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  • © TMV/Gohlke

    Pier Graal-Müritz

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18181 Graal-Müritz

    The pier of Graal-Müritz is 350 m long and was opened on April 10, 1993. From here you can start with the MS Baltica to Warnemünde.

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  • © TZRW/J. Zittlau

    Rostock City Harbour

    • Freely accessible at any time
    • 18057 Rostock

    The city harbour on the banks of the Warnow with its museum and sailing harbour is a popular promenade with restaurants, shopping facilities and large stores. Until the opening of the seaport in 1960, the entire cargo handling was concentrated here.

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  • © Hans-Hellmuth Eben

    Hotel Pension Gutshaus Neu Wendorf

    • Am Gutshaus, 18190 Sanitz OT Neu Wendorf

    Modern tradition meets hospitality. The manor house, built around 1805 on the edge of the Rostock Heath, was lovingly converted by the Eben family into a hotel-guesthouse in 1992, and has been renovated and expanded ever since.

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