Two lighthouses at the entrance of the harbor in Warnemunde, Germany
FIND YOUR CANOPIED CALM

Cruise to Berlin (Warnemunde), Germany

Soak up some sun in Warnemunde, home to some of Germany's best beaches. The fine, sugar-white sand goes on for 15 kilometers along the pristine blue waters of Baltic Sea. Head to popular West Beach and relax in one of the many striped Strandkorben — canopied wicker chairs. Or check out quieter East Beach, lined by high sand dunes. Cruise to Berlin, Germany to watch the waves crash against 19th-century Warnemunde Lighthouse. Then, make your way to the Alte Strom, where you can stroll along the quaint promenade and buy fresh fish straight off the fishing cutters. Take in the salty air of this sleepy fishing village, and savor the relaxed pace of life. Sample fresh-caught seafood, try a local brew and do some people-watching in one of the outdoor beer gardens.
National Language German
Currency Accepted Euro (EUR)

Things To Do in Berlin (Warnemunde)

Beach chairs on a beach in Warnemunde, Germany

Get Sandy

Beach chairs on a beach in Warnemunde, Germany

Beach chairs on a beach in Warnemunde, Germany

Get Sandy

Fancy a dip in the Baltic Sea? Warnemunde is the perfect place to spend an afternoon in the sun. Feel the fine grain of the distinctive white sand, and dip your toes in the cool, northern waters. Or hunker down in one of the many distinctive, canopied wicker chairs and enjoy the view.

A green and white lighthouse with waves crashing against the rock jetty

Lighthouse Climb

A green and white lighthouse with waves crashing against the rock jetty

A green and white lighthouse with waves crashing against the rock jetty

Lighthouse Climb

You'll get the best view of the beach and town from the top of the Warnemunde Lighthouse. Climb to the top and pretend you're an explorer surveying the area to spot ships coming into the harbor from the Baltic Sea.

Boats docked at a river in Warnemunde, Germany
Boats docked at a river in Warnemunde, Germany

Seaside Stroll

Cruise to Germany and indulge yourself with some deliciously fresh seafood at one of the many restaurants along the Alter Strom. The streets are lined with charming old fishermen's houses. Along the quay, you can even grab a bite at one of the floating snack bars.

A fischbrotchen sandwich
A fischbrotchen sandwich

Local Cuisine

In Warnemunde, you'll find plenty of freshly caught seafood. The distinctive dish is Fischbrotchen, a tasty, often fried fish sandwich. You can find it everywhere from food trucks to floating snack bars and restaurants. Choose from halibut, mackerel, butterfish, flapper, Bismarck and herring. You won't be disappointed.

Various shops lining a street in Warnemunde, Germany
Various shops lining a street in Warnemunde, Germany

Shopping

Head to the old channel for your pick of shops and boutiques. Alter Strom is lined with stores inside of old fisherman houses selling souvenirs, food, clothing and more. Nearby Rostock's Market Square is an easy drive — head there for designer fashions as well as local purveyors of handmade goods.

Insider's Tips
Insider's Tips
1 Time your trip to Warnemunde for mid-August if you want to catch the Hanse Sail Festival.
2 Join a game of volleyball or soccer at the beach in one of the designated areas.
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