A major German port city, Rostock is a perfect family destination but also great for trips with friends, and there is no shortage of things to do.
Its historical centre is characterised by important buildings in Baltic Gothic style such as the Church of St. Mary (Marienkirche), the Museum of Cultural History and the old fortress, near the lively Neuen Markt square. Also not to be missed is Rostock's main shopping street, Kröpeliner Straße, where the oldest university on the Baltic Sea is located.
If you want to take a leisurely stroll, dine in quaint cafés or relax on the beach, we recommend a trip to Warnemünde, a popular summer destination for Germans, who flock to its golden beaches by the thousands every year to enjoy the sun and sea. Don't forget to visit the old town, where old fishermen's houses, with their bright colours and traditional structure, overlook cobbled streets to wander after a busy day at the beach. Finally, climb to the top of the imposing lighthouse for a panoramic view of the entire bay.
Don't miss the surroundings of Rostock! In Schwerin, the capital of Schleswig-Holstein, you can learn about the history and tradition of this region. Here you will find the beautiful Schwerin Castle, built on a lake. Once the seat of noble rulers, today it houses the regional parliament. With its Gothic spires, elegant Renaissance façade and surrounding gardens, it looks like something out of a fairytale.
Lübeck is a medieval city that has come down to the present day practically intact. Its entire historic centre has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the central square with its finely decorated town hall, the city gates with centuries of history and the distinctive Baltic Gothic churches.
How to reach the boardings
Address: Zum Fährterminal 1, 18147 Rostock Überseehafen
GPS coordinates: 54°8'38.1''N 12°6'4.8''E
The ferry terminal is about 16 km from the city centre, but can be easily reached with the city buses. They leave approximately every 30 minutes. If you are driving from Lübeck or Hamburg you can follow the A20 motorway to Rostock, then continue on the A19 towards Rostocker Uberseehafen. If you are coming from Berlin you can take the A24 motorway to Wittstock/ Dosse and then continue on the A19.