Yachtcharter Kiel

With a yacht charter Kiel, you'll embark on a varied sailingörn to the Baltic Sea. A vibrant maritime hotspot in Germany, nestled between Eckernförde and Heiligenhafen, as well as the venue for Kiel Week, Kiel is all about sailing and shipping. The diverse offer of the state capital offers numerous opportunities to experience the unique Nordic atmosphere of Schleswig-Holstein, both on the water and on land: A day at the beach of Schilksee, strolling along the Fördepromenade Kiellinie on the west shore with fish brötchen or yet a discovery tour through the maritime past of Kiel – from here, relaxation can be ideally combined with active sailing vacations. Kiel is surrounded by regions that promise a sailing holiday in a relaxed and familiar atmosphere – for example on the Schlei to Haithabu, along the Fördeküste or direction Dänemark to the island Langefeld. Thus, Kiel offers optimal conditions for families and sailing beginners who want to enjoy a pleasant Nordic climate with lots of sunshine during the sailing season.

Climate: temperate with temperatures between 13 and 25 °C
Season: May to September

Yacht charter Kiel

As the self-proclaimed "Sailing City" and capital of Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel stands out in the "Nordic Triangle" between Hamburg and Flensburg. Germany's northernmost city lies directly on the Kiel Fjord and the Kiel Canal and is typically Schleswig-Holstein due to its proximity to the sea. Kiel is one of the hubs of sailing and shipping. Especially the sailing regatta held here since the 19th century, the Kieler Woche, attracts millions of visitors from all over the world every year under the motto "From Kiel to the World" and transforms the city into a spectacle of sailing. Especially the windjammer parade, where you can marvel at traditional sailing vessels and old steamships, is very popular.

But also besides the Kieler Woche, shipping is the focus of Kiel, which is mainly due to the Kieler Hafen. The cruise ships, ferries and sailing yachts arriving and departing daily from the Kiel Fjord to the north of Europe make the city a lively maritime hub of the Baltic Sea and the largest passenger port in Germany. The Olympic city of 1936 and 1972 impresses with great marinas and harbors. In addition, Kiel even has a harbor site for historic sailing ships and historic watercraft, the museum harbor in the Germania Basin of Kiel Harbor, which invites visitors to take a maritime journey through time.

In addition, the image of Kiel is characterized by the connection between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, the Kiel Canal (NOK). The canal, located near Kiel-Holtenau, is the busiest artificial waterway in the world. It is important to note that the Kiel Canal can only be navigated by pleasure boats with a sport boat license Binnen and also only during the day. The impressive cargo and container ships that sail here from all over the world can also be experienced at close range from a bicycle. The NOK route, a 325 km long cycle path, runs directly along the canal, but also past industrial monuments and peaceful natural areas.

Kiel can be easily reached by various routes. If you are traveling by car, take the A7 to the Bordesholm interchange and then continue on the A215. Alternatively, you can also take the A210. The journey to Kiel by train is also uncomplicated, for example via Lübeck or Hamburg by regional train or Intercity Express. It is also possible to arrive by plane. You will then arrive at Hamburg-Fuhlsbüttel Airport, which is only 85 km away from Kiel. It then takes another hour to reach the city by cab or the airport bus "Kiellius". Kiel can also be easily reached by long-distance bus thanks to the ZOB, which is located in the immediate vicinity of the city center. Thanks to the very well developed public transport network, a trip to Kiel's city center can be made from all ports.

A stroll through Kiel's old town

If you are looking for first impressions on land, Kiel has a lot to offer. Founded in the 13th century, the city captivates with an alternating play of modern architecture and old historical Wilhelminian style buildings. From this time of the city's foundation, the city layout around the market square can still be recognized today. Once you have arrived at the market square, you are already in Kiel's old town. Especially the Danish Street north of the Old Market invites you to stroll. Along charming Wilhelminian style buildings, a select range of gastronomy, from private breweries to fish specialties, retail and museums, such as the Warleberger Hof City Museum, are reflected in an endearing flair.

In the immediate vicinity of the town museum is yet another highlight of the town, namely the castle garden. In the immediate vicinity of Kiel Castle, built in 1512, of which only a new building exists today, except for the originally preserved west wing, the castle garden, built in the English landscape garden style, invites you to stroll and relax. In addition, on one of Kiel's many public squares, the Exerzierplatz, you will find a wonderful weekly market with a wide range of regional products and, very popular with the people of Kiel, the coffee bicycle of the Kieler Rösterei. Architecturally interesting, the tour continues at Rathausplatz, to Kleiner Kiel in Hiroshimapark. The Town Hall Square is adorned by the brick-red Art Nouveau of the Opera House and the Town Hall with the 106 m high Town Hall Tower. To round off a stay, it is worth getting out of the center to pay a visit to the Laboe Naval Memorial, because in addition to the historical insight you get into German naval history, you have a wonderful panorama of the water from the viewing platform.

Kiel Bay and Kiel Fjord - Nordic, practical, good

Not far from other smaller sailing hotspots of the Baltic Sea such as Eckernförde and Heiligenhafen, Kiel is very popular with sailors as a starting point for sailing trips on the Baltic Sea with many small towns and around the Kiel Fjord. In addition to the ideal location, Kiel can score points with sailors due to its good infrastructure and a wide range of offers. In the entire city area there are nine marinas, such as the marinas Seeburg and Reventlou, with a great offer of over 2200 water and 460 land berths for yachts and dinghies.

The Kiel Fjord, a seventeen kilometer long arm of the Baltic Sea, is a very calm, protected sailing area without tides, making relaxed sailing possible, even in "Schietwetter". Along the western shore from Düsternbrook via Stickenhörn to Holtenau and the eastern shore of the fjord from Mönkeberg to Laboe, sailors will find various small harbors and jetties in the numerous sport boat harbors, from where it is worthwhile to dock and stop. Or one uses them as starting ports for further cruise destinations like the NOK from Stickenhörn. Due to this short distance of mooring possibilities, sailing in short stages is possible. However, sailors in Kiel's inner fjord must be prepared for an increased traffic volume of large ships, which makes it advisable to sail with caution and always keep an eye on the fairway. The villa district of Düsternbrook in Kiel's Inner Fjord is the current seat of the state parliament, and in addition to a sailing harbor and aquarium, the Düsternbrooker Holz nearby is beautifully situated as a recreational area and is a good starting point from the city.

The Kiel Fjord also knows how to impress with the many sandy beaches along the coast, ideal for relaxing in nature and from water sports. Due to the less hectic activity in the Kieler Außenförde, it is especially popular for sports boaters. In particular, the Baltic Bay Marina in Laboe is one of the most modern marinas on the entire Baltic coast, offering a wide range of services and plenty of berths. It is also worth visiting the Labo beach on the Kiel Outer Fjord. Not far from the Laboe Naval Monument is the Baltic resort of Laboe. The dune landscape here is very characteristic of the flair of the Baltic Sea coast and impresses not only with its flora and fauna but also with its cliffs and a sea area with sandbank and beach lakes. But beyond that, there are many other small villages that invite you to swim, such as Schilksee, Mönkeberg or even Strande. The lighthouses on the fjord, such as in Holtenau and Strande, are an integral part of the typical Baltic Sea coastline and thus radiate a special maritime charm. So families and crews who want to spend a day at the beach will find a nice combination of relaxation and sightseeing here.

When you leave the Kiel Fjord and head out towards the Baltic Sea, you will soon find yourself in the Kiel Bight. The Bay of Kiel extends east to the Fehmarn Sound with the island of Fehmarn and north to the Danish islands of Als, Oere and Langeland. From the Bay of Kiel, which has an excellent and comprehensive maritime infrastructure, you can reach some other beautiful cruising destinations of the Baltic Sea such as the Bay of Eckernförde or the Flensburg Fjord, which also belong to the Bay of Kiel. The Bay of Kiel is very friendly for sailing beginners and families due to the optimal weather conditions with a lot of sun in the main season and the low current and tidal range and ensures relaxed sailing. In addition, the sailing area of the fjord coast along Schleswig-Holstein with its unmistakable coastlines and idyllic beaches offers fantastic conditions for any sailing trip. Sailors also benefit from the fact that westerly winds prevail most of the time in the Bay of Kiel, although they can be interrupted by longer periods of easterly winds.

Danish South Sea - A nature experience for everyone

If you don't want to stay in Germany, you will find a picturesque sailing destination further north of the Bay of Kiel in the Danish South Sea. The most popular sailing area of the Baltic Sea, which is also one of the most beautiful sailing areas in the world, with its 55 islands and spars, mild climate, sheltered location, calm sea and unique landscape of islands, skerries and small towns knows how to impress every sailor. Above all, the density of nice fishing ports, tranquil anchorages, dreamy harbors and lonely islets are unique. The climate is also conducive to a pleasant sailing trip with westerly winds and plenty of sunshine. At the center of the Danish South Sea is the island of Langeland. With its rich forests and coasts, it is attractive for nature lovers and invites you to go cycling, fishing, surfing and horseback riding. And also otherwise sailors lack nothing in the Danish South Sea. 140 km of sandy beaches provide plenty of space for swimming, and Langeland also has plenty of cultural attractions for the whole family, including the Skovsgaard manor house, Traneka Castle and a number of prehistoric passage tombs and dolmens. In Rudkøbing, Langeland's largest town, you will find the area's distinctive charm at its best. The beautiful harbor, merchants' courtyards, small town houses and winding, cobbled streets reveal Langeland's certain something and its long trading history.

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