Holiday in Rerik
Beach in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
Beach
Best time to travel
June to September (beach), April to October (water sports on the Salzhaff)
Budget/day
90-130 EUR: guesthouse with breakfast, kitesurfing course, fish dinner
Getting there from Germany
Car from Hamburg 2.5 h, from Berlin 3 h | Train to Bad Doberan + bus | Wismar 30 km
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What makes Rerik special as a destination?
Rerik is a small Baltic Sea resort on the Mecklenburg coast, located between the open Baltic Sea and the calm Salzhaff. The unique location makes the place a paradise for kitesurfers and sailors, while the wide sandy beach attracts bathers. Behind Rerik lies the mysterious Wustrow Peninsula — a closed former military facility with a lost-place atmosphere, offering fascinating views from the observation point.
What are the top highlights in Rerik?
The top highlights in Rerik include Wustrow Peninsula, Salzhaff, Schmiedeberg, Rerik Fishing Harbor.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Wustrow Peninsula
Mysterious, closed peninsula with an abandoned military facility — impressive view from the observation point.
Salzhaff
Shallow lagoon water behind Rerik — one of the best kite and windsurfing areas on the German Baltic Sea.
Schmiedeberg
Hill with panoramic views over Rerik, the Baltic Sea, and Salzhaff — ideal viewpoint for photographers.
Rerik Fishing Harbor
Small harbor with fish sales directly from the cutter and cozy restaurants by the water.
Hotels in Rerik
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Rerik?
The best time to visit Rerik is June to September (beach), April to October (water sports on the Salzhaff). Maritime, 20-23°C, windy at the Salzhaff, ideal for water sports In winter: Cold, 0-3°C, tranquil winter landscape between sea and lagoon
Recommended travel time
June to September (beach), April to October (water sports on the Salzhaff)
Summer
Maritime, 20-23°C, windy at the Salzhaff, ideal for water sports
Winter
Cold, 0-3°C, tranquil winter landscape between sea and lagoon
How much does a holiday in Rerik cost?
Budget travellers: 45-70 EUR: holiday apartment, free beaches, hiking/day, mid-range: 90-130 EUR: guesthouse with breakfast, kitesurfing course, fish dinner/day, luxury: 170+ EUR: holiday home with sea view, sailing trip, wellness evening/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
45-70 EUR: holiday apartment, free beaches, hiking
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
90-130 EUR: guesthouse with breakfast, kitesurfing course, fish dinner
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
170+ EUR: holiday home with sea view, sailing trip, wellness evening
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Rerik?
Car from Hamburg 2.5 h, from Berlin 3 h | Train to Bad Doberan + bus | Wismar 30 km
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Book a kitesurfing course at the Salzhaff — the shallow water is perfect for beginners.
View the closed Wustrow Peninsula from the observation point — fascinating lost-place atmosphere.
Rerik is significantly cheaper than the well-known Baltic Sea resorts — a real price tip.
Buy fresh fish directly from the fisherman at the harbor in the morning — best price and freshest quality.
What should you eat in Rerik?
Typical specialities in Rerik: Rerik Fish Sandwich — freshly caught herring or cod directly at the harbor, Smoked Salzhaff Trout — delicately smoked over beech wood, Mecklenburg Kale — hearty stew with Kassler and cooking sausage, Apple-Sea Buckthorn Cake — fruity cake with regional ingredients.
These specialties you must try!
