Yachtcharter Bodden coast

The Bodden waters in northern and eastern Germany are a unique natural landscape. The National Park Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft, which among other things includes the Dar;-Zingster Bodden, offers with the native birds and deer here a piece of original nature of Germany, which you can experience for example from Barth.

Around Rügen string several Boddengewässer. Launch from one of the locations on Germany's largest island, such as Breege, or on the German mainland, such as in Greifswald, to experience the Bodden coast from the water. Rustic villages along the coast and fresh fish specialties round out the program.

Climate: with temperatures ranging from 13 to 20 degrees
. Winds: around Rügen north/northwest, wind shifts, Düseneffekt
Sailing season: June to September

Yacht charter Bodden coast

In the east of Germany the islands of Rügen and Usedom combine with the surrounding Bodden waters and the Szczecin Lagoon to form one of the most beautiful yacht charter sailing areas in the Baltic Sea. The nature of the Bodden coast is unique: due to the low salt content of the shallow waters a flora and fauna settled here, which is neither found in the open sea nor in inland lakes. In Germany, the Bodden coast is divided into the following regions. The Darß-Zingster Bodden chain, the Nordrügener and the Westrügener Bod den and the Greifswalder Bodden. And also the Peenestrom with Achterwasser and Stettiner Haff belongs to the Bodden waters.

Even though the Bodden waters are not directly connected to the open sea, difficult conditions can develop when strong winds arise. The Bodden waters are not the open sea, but they are not inland waters either. Especially in the Greifswalder Bodden, a wave can build up at wind forces above 4 Bft, which is unpleasant for smaller boats. The same applies as for sailing: steady attention and a certain amount of caution.

Start with your yacht charter Boddenküste a vacation that decelerates © Creative Material/AdobeStock

Unique natural landscapes in the Darß-Zingster Bodden

In the Darß-Zingster Bod den region you can sail from Barth. Sailing here means calmness and mindfulness, and the whole thing often under motor, when the winds decide to rest. With a depth of 2.50 m, the fairway offers sufficient clearance under the keel, but it is relatively narrow buoyed and you sail closely along the protected areas. One dives into another world. The light in the Bodden is often described as quite extraordinary, as if it puts a filter on everything.

In spring and autumn the wildlife of the National Park Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft, which includes the Darß-Zingster Bodden, is at its busiest. In September and October the cranes migrate and make a stopover here. They occasionally mingle with the deer, which also find a sheltered spot here during their rutting season. Immerse yourself in this unique natural landscape. You will also encounter the traditional Zeesboote, adapted to the shallow Bodden. In the west of Rügen lies the car-free island of Hiddensee. Here ends the National Park Vorpommersche Boddenlandschaft and begins the section of the Westrügener Bodden.

It is said that time passes differently on the ground - more slowly - and the light is all its own, giving everything a very special magic© Rico Ködder/AdobeStock

Old Hanseatic towns framed by picturesque coastal landscapes

The Westrügen Bodden is framed by the coastline of Rügen and the North German coast. Discover the cultural heritage of the old Hanseatic cities, like in Stralsund, or the beauty of the local beach resorts like in Altefähr. The old Hanseatic cities and their cultural heritage make beautiful yacht charter destinations: In addition to Stralsund, Greifswald and Wolgast, Anklam, Demmin and Szczecin were also part of the medieval city league. The old towns of Stralsund and Wismar, which are well worth seeing, have even been given the honor of being included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Drive under Germany's longest cable-stayed bridge, the Rügen Bridge. In the south of the island of Rügen, the Westrügen Bodden merges into the Greifswald Bodden.

The old town of Wismar is a World Heritage Site. The so-called Pig Bridge is also located here. Discover for yourself the four bronze pigs that adorn the bridgeheads © DR pics/AdobeStock

Culture and good food - around the Greifswalder Bodden.

The classic starting port for a yacht charter on the Greifswalder Bodden is Greifswald. Here you can visit the monastery ruins of Eldena. The Cistercian monastery founded here in 1199 was one of the most important monasteries in this region in the Middle Ages. Not only do the remains of the once impressive brick architecture attract visitors, but today the monastery is regularly used for cultural events, such as concerts or theater performances.

After the cultural excursion, set sail and discover the tranquil atmosphere on the Bodden. The deeply cut bays of the Zudar, Struck and Mönchgut peninsulas make nice retreats for an afternoon stop. If you prefer it a bit busier, the small towns around the Bodden such as Gager, Lauterbach, Seebach or Freest offer good mooring possibilities and pretty fishing villages for a stroll. Don't miss the chance to stop in one of the small fishing villages, to experience the rustic atmosphere there and to try one of the fresh fish dishes.

Also with a start from Greifswald you can combine a yacht charter Bodden coast with a stroll through the historical old town © JFL Photography/AdobeStock

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