people on beach during daytime
red and white flag on pole
architectural photo of gray and white building
a silhouette of two people riding horses on top of a building
The brandenburg gate stands tall against the cloudy sky.

Holiday in Hohwacht

Beach in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪

Country

Germany

Type

Beach

Best time to travel

June to September (beach and swimming), May and October (quiet hiking time at the steep coast)

Budget/day

90-140 EUR: beach hotel, bike rental, fish dining, trip to Fehmarn

Getting there from Germany

Car from Hamburg 1.5 h, from Kiel 40 min | Train to Lütjenburg + bus | Fehmarn 30 km

About Hohwacht

Hohwacht is located at the eponymous bay between Kiel and Fehmarn and is a quiet, elegant Baltic Sea resort with one of the most beautiful beach sections in Schleswig-Holstein. The highlight is the Flunder — a spectacular, architecturally unique observation platform that extends far over the sea. The Hohwacht Bay is shallow and sandy, ideal for families, and the steep coast offers dramatic views of the Baltic Sea.

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Relaxation
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Families
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Beach
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Nature
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Top 4 highlights in Hohwacht

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Die Flunder

Spectacular observation platform over the sea — architectural highlight and iconic landmark of Hohwacht.

2

Hohwachter Bucht

Gently curved bay with fine sand and shallow water — perfect for families with small children.

3

Steilküste Hohwacht

Dramatic cliff coast with hiking trail — grand view over the Baltic Sea and the bay.

4

Sehlendorfer Binnensee

Nature reserve with rare water birds and orchids — a paradise for bird watchers.

Hotels in Hohwacht

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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

Best time to travel for Hohwacht

Recommended travel time

June to September (beach and swimming), May and October (quiet hiking time at the steep coast)

Summer

Maritime, 20-24°C, pleasant Baltic Sea air

Winter

Cool and windy, 0-4°C, quiet winter coast

How much does a holiday in Hohwacht cost?

Average costs per person per day

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Budget

45-70 EUR: holiday apartment, beach free, hiking free

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

90-140 EUR: beach hotel, bike rental, fish dining, trip to Fehmarn

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

200+ EUR: boutique hotel with sea view, spa, gourmet fish menu

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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4 travel tips for Hohwacht

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Visit the Flunder at sunset — the platform over the sea offers a magical experience.

Hike along the steep coast — the coastal path is one of the most beautiful sections of the Baltic Sea coast.

Observe rare water birds at Sehlendorfer Binnensee — bring binoculars.

Use Hohwacht as a quiet alternative to the touristy Grömitz — equally beautiful beach, fewer people.

Food & drink in Hohwacht

These specialties you must try!

Hohwachter Scholle — freshly caught flatfish, pan-fried with bacon and shrimp
Kieler Sprotten — smoked sprats, the quintessential North German delicacy
Fliederbeersuppe — cold elderberry soup with semolina dumplings, a North German summer classic
Rote Grütze mit Vanillesoße — fruity berry pudding, perfect on summer days
Suitable for:Baltic Seasteep coastFlunderbeachfamilyquietnaturebird watching

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