Highlights from your holiday home in Heiligenhafen: a diverse coastline, the island of Fehmarn and Lake Eutin!

Within walking distance of a holiday home in Heiligenhafen, visitors will find plenty of calming nature in a beautiful nature reserve. And no matter which direction you go, you will almost always come across a lovely stretch of coastline for a walk. Think of strolling along unspoilt little beaches with rocky outcrops or walking through the coastal forest on the island of Fehmarn. Hiring a bike is also an obvious choice thanks to the open, gently rolling landscape of Schleswig-Holstein.

Discover the Graswarder nature reserve from a holiday home in Heiligenhafen

An absolute highlight for nature lovers, located close to your holiday home in Heiligenhafen, is the Graswarder nature reserve. This water-rich area with grassland, dunes and beach on the peninsula is a perfect refuge for anyone who enjoys wide open spaces and tranquillity. And the reserve is more than just a green plain. While walking along the coast, you will be pleasantly surprised by cheerful reed-roofed cottages in bright primary colours.

Walk along the green cliff coastline

The unique feature of Heiligenhafen is that in the opposite direction you encounter a completely different coastal landscape. Here, cliffs dominate, where you can walk along narrow sandy paths beside wide stretches of grassland. Below, the beach is scattered with stones, sometimes the size of enormous boulders. On the Schießstrand, you will come across concrete remnants that testify to a defensive position from the Second World War. A striking sight in the meadowland is the grazing Belted Galloway cattle. To see them, it is best to park your car at the Sanddorn Küste car park. From here, follow the coastal path in the evening light, perhaps ending up on the terrace of the Sunset Strandbar.

Take a trip to the island of Fehmarn

Are you planning a holiday on Germany’s Baltic coast with the idea of visiting an island? Then a holiday home in Heiligenhafen is a logical base, with the nearby bridge making the island very accessible. The island town of Burg auf Fehmarn is one of the highlights and a picturesque place with houses in Scandinavian style. Does this make you want more, and are you considering a trip to the Danish island of Lolland? Then take the ferry from the northern harbour village of Puttgarden. But first, be sure to visit the U-boat museum, where a retired submarine from the German navy fleet can be viewed.

Fehmarn has a beautiful sandy beach near the island’s capital, as well as an unspoilt coastline in the east. At the beaches of Staberhuk and Katharinenhof, you can enjoy adventurous walks along and over rocky outcrops, occasionally encountering dry, thick branches from the deciduous forest along the coast.

Cycle from your holiday home in Heiligenhafen to the Bungsberg

Do you mainly associate the holiday feeling with longer cycling tours, sitting comfortably in the saddle? Then you will not be disappointed if you rent a bike in Heiligenhafen. Not only the coastlines are beautiful, the inland areas are also well worth exploring. The gently rolling and varied landscape that unfolds in this region of Schleswig-Holstein is a pleasure to discover. Set your course for the 168-metre-high Bungsberg as a scenic destination. From the top of this hill, the panoramic view reveals a diverse landscape of forests, wheat and rapeseed fields, and hedgerows.

Plan a visit to Schloss Eutin

Are you curious about historical sights in the region? Drive to the town of Eutin to visit an impressive castle on the edge of the lake of the same name. The fact that this estate once served as an aristocratic residence is clearly reflected in its Baroque and Neoclassical interior. Beautiful ship models refer to the royal residents’ ties with the Russian Tsardom. A lovely walking bonus: in the immediate surroundings, you can stroll through the elegant park designed in the English landscape style.

Tip: visit the castle complex in the evening and admire the fairy-tale carriage illuminated with lights!

The picturesque Lake Eutin

Take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the surroundings and browse the menu at Café Kajott, a cosy tavern with views over the serene lake and the ‘still life’ of yachts resting in the rippling water. Enjoy it all with your body in the sun and your head in the shade under the canopy — a perfect way to round off your trip to Eutin. A nice touch for reflective walkers is the pavilion by the water. Fancy getting out on the lake? Step aboard the excursion boat for a pleasant cruise with food and drinks on board.

Follow the Kellenhusener Weg and visit the ‘wild boar camp’

A fun day out with children is a trip to Kellenhusen. Here you can relax in one of the many beach chairs, take a ride on the Ferris wheel and enjoy pleasant walks around the lighthouse. The landscape features a mix of wheat fields and grassland, and if you are lucky, you may spot seals resting on rocks in the sea. Be sure not to miss a visit to the small but ‘lively’ Zoo Arche Noah, and head to the Wild Boar Camp. A playground and a lovely forest trail complete a perfect family outing in Kellenhusen.

Großenbrode as a day trip for relaxation, watersports and seal spotting

Finding activities for other days from your holiday home remains effortless. Around Großenbrode, you will find several spots ideal for a pleasant pit stop during a cycling tour. To begin with, Café Mehlbeere invites you to enjoy a cosy coffee break on the terrace of its tea garden. From here, you can branch out to various nearby activities, from watersports at the marina to seal watching. Another option is the Kompass restaurant at the marina, with opportunities for waterskiing at the Seekamp campsite.

Rent a holiday home in Heiligenhafen

Heiligenhafen is a destination that offers access to a region with a wonderful mix of natural beauty and culture. Coastal walks, cycling through the rolling inland landscape or visiting an impressive castle are highlights that make it easy to fill your holiday days. There are also plenty of spots for pure relaxation, whether sitting in a beach chair, by a marina or beside a tranquil lake. Does this recreational mix sound ideal to you? Book a holiday home in Heiligenhafen and enjoy a truly memorable holiday.