Holiday in Malente

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

Country

Germany

Type

City

Best time to travel

May to September (lakes and boating), October (autumn colors), year-round (spa and relaxation)

Budget/day

80-120 EUR: Spa hotel, boat trip, canoe rental, restaurant

Getting there from Germany

Car from Hamburg 1 h, from Lübeck 30 min | Train to Malente-Gremsmühlen | Plön 10 km

About Malente

Bad Malente-Gremsmühlen is the heart of the Holstein Switzerland and a state-recognized spa in the midst of a picturesque lake landscape. The Kellersee, Dieksee, and Ukleisee surround the town and together form a water paradise. The famous 5-Lake Tour connects several lakes by boat and offers idyllic views of the hilly landscape. Malente is quiet, nature-oriented, and the perfect place for relaxation away from mass tourism.

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Relaxation
95
Nature
90
Romance
85
Families
78

Top 4 highlights in Malente

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

5-Lake Tour

Legendary boat trip over Kellersee, Dieksee, and three other lakes — the most beautiful boat tour in Schleswig-Holstein.

2

Kellersee Shore Path

Romantic walking path along the lakeshore with old trees and quiet bays.

3

Wildpark Malente

Animal park with native wildlife in a natural environment — red deer, wild boars, and birds of prey.

4

Ukleisee

Small, idyllic forest lake — the circular path is a nature experience and a popular photo motif.

Hotels in Malente

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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

Best time to travel for Malente

Recommended travel time

May to September (lakes and boating), October (autumn colors), year-round (spa and relaxation)

Summer

Pleasant, 20-24°C, mild sea air

Winter

Cool, 0-4°C, tranquil winter landscape by the lakes

How much does a holiday in Malente cost?

Average costs per person per day

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Budget

40-65 EUR: Guesthouse, free lake access, 5-Lake Tour 18 EUR

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

80-120 EUR: Spa hotel, boat trip, canoe rental, restaurant

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

170+ EUR: Wellness hotel, spa, private boat, gourmet dinner

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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4 travel tips for Malente

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Definitely take the 5-Lake Tour — one of the most beautiful boating experiences in Northern Germany.

Visit Ukleisee in the morning — the small forest lake is then calm and mirror-like.

Rent a canoe or kayak in Malente and explore the lakes on your own.

Discover Holstein Switzerland by bike — well-marked paths, moderate inclines.

Food & drink in Malente

These specialties you must try!

Holsteiner Smoked Eel — golden-brown smoked eel from the region's lakes
Pears, Beans, and Bacon — North German national dish, sweet and savory in one pot
Red Berry Compote with Cream — dessert classic made from berries, perfected in Schleswig-Holstein
Fish Sandwich with Matjes — silvery herring on a crispy bun with onions
Suitable for:Holstein SwitzerlandLakesBoatingSpaNatureCanoeingRelaxationQuiet

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