Holiday in Timmendorfer Strand

What makes Timmendorfer Strand special as a destination?

Timmendorfer Strand is the upscale seaside resort of the Lübeck Bay and has been one of the most exclusive beach addresses in Germany for decades. The place exudes an elegant atmosphere reminiscent of the fashionable seaside resorts of the turn of the century and attracts a discerning audience that appreciates fine dining, stylish boutiques, and a well-maintained sandy beach. The pier extends 220 meters into the Baltic Sea and offers a view as far as Fehmarn on clear days. The beach promenade is the heart of the town - a wide walkway between fine sandy beach and a variety of restaurants, cafés, and hotels that invite you to linger. The beach itself is wide, well-kept, and equipped with beach chairs that create the typical Baltic postcard motif during the summer months. Families appreciate the gently sloping shores and the good infrastructure with lifeguards, playgrounds, and water sports offerings. The SEA LIFE Aquarium at the spa park delights with a glass underwater tunnel and over 2,500 sea creatures. Right next door is the Niendorf Bird Park, a lovingly designed park with over 1,000 birds in naturalistic enclosures, which is particularly a highlight for families. The Brodtener Cliffs, an impressive cliff edge north of the town, offers spectacular hikes high above the Baltic Sea. Timmendorfer Strand is just 15 minutes north of Lübeck and can be reached from Hamburg in just over an hour by car or train. The season extends from May to September, with the town also attracting visitors in the off-season thanks to its numerous wellness hotels and indoor attractions. Particularly appealing are the quiet autumn days when the wind sweeps over the empty beaches and the restaurants serve their shellfish and fish dishes.