Holiday in Warnemünde

What makes Warnemünde special as a destination?

Warnemünde is the seaside resort of Rostock and one of the most famous bathing resorts on the German Baltic Sea coast. The former fishing village at the mouth of the Warnow River into the Baltic Sea has developed into a vibrant holiday destination that attracts millions of visitors each year with one of the widest beaches in Germany, a picturesque old town center, and its famous lighthouse. Warnemünde combines maritime flair with urban accessibility, as Rostock is just a short S-Bahn ride away. The beach of Warnemünde is legendary: over 100 meters wide and several kilometers long, it is one of the widest sandy beaches in the entire Baltic Sea. Here, everyone can find their place – whether at the supervised family beach, in the beach volleyball area, at the surfer section, or in the quieter nudist area. The lighthouse from 1898 is the landmark of the place and offers a spectacular view from its observation platform over the beach, harbor, the Warnow mouth, and the passing cruise ships. Warnemünde is one of the largest cruise ports in Germany, and the spectacle of the incoming and outgoing ocean giants is part of everyday life. The Alte Strom, a historic canal in the town center, is the heart of Warnemünde. Here, fishing boats line up, and at the stalls, you can find the freshest fish sandwiches on the Baltic Sea directly from the boat. The colorful fishermen's houses along the Alte Strom now house restaurants, boutiques, and galleries. In August, the Warnemünde Week takes place, one of the largest sailing regattas in Europe, accompanied by a huge folk festival on the beach. Warnemünde is conveniently reachable by S-Bahn from Rostock Central Station in 20 minutes.