Holiday in Kühlungsborn
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to September, bathing season June to August, Molli rides year-round, New Year's Eve at the beach very popular
Budget/day
100-160 € (beach hotel, restaurants, Molli ride)
Getting there from Germany
By car A20 to Rostock/Bad Doberan, by train IC to Rostock then RE to Bad Doberan and Molli to Kühlungsborn
About Kühlungsborn
Kühlungsborn is the largest seaside resort along the entire German Baltic coast, with a beach length of six kilometers, and is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The Baltic seaside resort impresses with its perfect mix of historic spa architecture, wide sandy beaches, and a lively yet not overwhelming tourist infrastructure. The three districts East, Center, and West each offer their own character – from sophisticated to family-friendly. The highlight of the place is the nearly four-kilometer-long beach promenade, which is considered one of the most beautiful along the German Baltic Sea. Lined with restaurants, cafés, and shops, it invites visitors to stroll, while behind the dunes, the wide sandy beach beckons for swimming and relaxation. The 240-meter-long pier extends into the Baltic Sea and serves as a docking station for excursion boats to Warnemünde and the Wustrow peninsula. In summer, a colorful event program regularly takes place on the pier. An absolute highlight is the spa train "Molli," a historic steam locomotive that has been connecting Kühlungsborn with Bad Doberan since 1886. The 15-kilometer route runs through the Mecklenburg landscape and right through the streets of Bad Doberan – a unique experience. From Bad Doberan, a detour to the famous Doberaner Münster, one of the most significant brick churches in Northern Germany, is worthwhile. In recent years, Kühlungsborn has established itself as a year-round holiday destination, with wellness hotels, a marina, and numerous events even in the off-season.
Top 6 highlights in Kühlungsborn
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Bäderbahn Molli
Historic steam train since 1886, travels through the streets of Bad Doberan to Kühlungsborn – a unique experience
Seebrücke Kühlungsborn
240-meter-long pier serving as a docking station for excursion boats and event venue in summer
Strandpromenade
Almost four kilometers long promenade between East and West with restaurants, boutiques, and sea views
Yachthafen Baltic Bay
Modern marina with restaurants, holiday apartments, and views of the sailing boats
Doberaner Münster
Gothic brick church in Bad Doberan accessible by Molli, one of the main works of Northern German brick Gothic architecture
6 km Sandstrand
Longest beach section of a German Baltic seaside resort with beach chairs, playgrounds, and lifeguards
Hotels in Kühlungsborn
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Kühlungsborn
Recommended travel time
May to September, bathing season June to August, Molli rides year-round, New Year's Eve at the beach very popular
Summer
Warm, 20-25°C, water temperature 17-20°C, sunny with a pleasant sea breeze
Winter
Cool, 0-4°C, few tourists, wellness season, New Year's Eve events at the beach
How much does a holiday in Kühlungsborn cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
55-85 € (holiday apartment, snacks, and fish sandwiches)
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
100-160 € (beach hotel, restaurants, Molli ride)
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
180-300 € (wellness hotel, gourmet, marina dining)
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Definitely take a ride on the Molli – the steam locomotive through the streets of Bad Doberan is unique
Walk the promenade from East to West in the evening – the sunset over the Baltic Sea is beautiful
Secure a beach chair early in the morning or reserve in advance – the best spots are quickly taken during peak season
Take an excursion boat to Warnemünde – the trip along the coast takes 2 hours and showcases the cliffs
Come in the off-season: hotels are significantly cheaper, and the place has a lot of charm even in autumn
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