Holiday in Laboe
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
June to September (bathing weather, 18-24 °C). Late June for Kiel Week. October for quiet beach walks.
Budget/day
70-120 €
Getting there from Germany
Car: A7/B502 to Laboe (approx. 15 min from Kiel). Train: Kiel Hbf + Bus 100 (35 min) or ferry from Kiel (approx. 35 min).
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What makes Laboe special as a destination?
Laboe is a Baltic Sea resort on the Kiel Fjord in Schleswig-Holstein, about 15 kilometers north of Kiel. The small town with its wide sandy beach, the distinctive Marine Memorial, and the submarine U-995 is one of the most popular excursion destinations on the Schleswig-Holstein Baltic Sea coast. The Marine Memorial is the landmark of Laboe: The 85-meter high tower was built in 1936 as a memorial for the naval personnel who fell in World War I and later expanded to a memorial for all who fell at sea in both world wars. The observation platform offers a breathtaking panoramic view over the Kiel Fjord, the Baltic Sea, and on clear days as far as Denmark. At the foot of the memorial lies the submarine U-995 — one of the last original preserved German submarines of type VII C/41 from World War II. Visitors can climb through the cramped spaces and experience the claustrophobic conditions aboard a World War submarine firsthand. The Laboe beach stretches over several hundred meters of fine sand with beach chairs, a pier, and shallow water, ideal for families. The beach promenade offers cafes, ice cream parlors, and the typical Baltic Sea charm. With the ferry line Kiel-Laboe, the town can be comfortably reached by ship over the Kiel Fjord — passing by cruise ships and naval ports. The annual Laboe Harbor Festival and Kiel Week (25 fjord minutes away) are maritime highlights.
What are the top highlights in Laboe?
The top highlights in Laboe include Marine-Ehrenmal, U-Boot U-995, Laboer Strand, Faehre Kiel-Laboe, Seebruecke Laboe.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Marine-Ehrenmal
85-meter high tower with observation platform: panoramic view over the Kiel Fjord, the Baltic Sea, and on clear days as far as Denmark.
U-Boot U-995
Original preserved type VII submarine from World War II: walkable and impressive in its claustrophobic narrowness.
Laboer Strand
Wide sandy beach with beach chairs and pier: shallow water ideal for families, promenade with cafes.
Faehre Kiel-Laboe
Fjord ferry passing by cruise ships and naval ports: maritime journey over the Kiel Fjord.
Seebruecke Laboe
220-meter long pier: walk over the Baltic Sea with views of the coast and passing ships.
Hotels in Laboe
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Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Laboe?
The best time to visit Laboe is June to September (bathing weather, 18-24 °C). Late June for Kiel Week. October for quiet beach walks.. 18-24 °C, sunny with Baltic Sea breeze, longest days in June In winter: 0 to 5 °C, windy and gray, rarely snow
Recommended travel time
June to September (bathing weather, 18-24 °C). Late June for Kiel Week. October for quiet beach walks.
Summer
18-24 °C, sunny with Baltic Sea breeze, longest days in June
Winter
0 to 5 °C, windy and gray, rarely snow
How much does a holiday in Laboe cost?
Budget travellers: 40-65 €/day, mid-range: 70-120 €/day, luxury: 130-250 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
40-65 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
70-120 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
130-250 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Laboe?
Car: A7/B502 to Laboe (approx. 15 min from Kiel). Train: Kiel Hbf + Bus 100 (35 min) or ferry from Kiel (approx. 35 min).
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Use the fjord ferry — the most beautiful way to arrive from Kiel: every 30 minutes, bicycles allowed, maritime atmosphere.
Marine Memorial + submarine combo ticket — saves compared to individual tickets. Wear comfortable clothing for the submarine (narrow hatches).
Kiel Week — late June: the largest sailing event in the world. Observe the spectacle on the fjord from Laboe.
Fish sandwiches at the harbor — fresh from the cutter: matjes, Bismarck herring, or crabs — North German tradition right by the water.
Rent a beach chair — daily rental from about 10 €. Wind protection and retreat spot: typical Baltic Sea, reserve early in high summer.
What should you eat in Laboe?
Typical specialities in Laboe: Fischbraetchen — fresh matjes, Bismarck herring, or crabs on a roll: North German coastal delicacy, right at the harbor., Kieler Sprotten — smoked sprats from the Kiel Fjord: golden brown and aromatic, traditionally served with dark bread., Labskaus — mash of corned beef, beetroot, and potatoes with rollmops and fried egg: a North German sailor classic., Rote Gruetze — berry compote made from currants, raspberries, and cherries with cream or vanilla sauce: North German dessert., Pharisaeer — hot coffee with rum and whipped cream: North Frisian tradition, also popular on the Baltic Sea coast..
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