Discover from Neukalen on the houseboat a variety of routes with the most diverse requirements. From Neukalen you can go with the sport boat license inland über the Kummerower See and the Peene to Anklam. From Anklam you have the possibility to explore the Peene river and the Achterwasser on your houseboat. The Peene is one of the most natural rivers in Germany, experience the largest lowland moorland in Europe with its variety of plant and animal species up close – not only for nature lovers a special experience. Also for houseboat newcomers a start from Neukalen is interesting. You can sail the Kummerower See even without a driving license and gain your first experience on the houseboat in a quiet environment.
Climate:gemäßigt with temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees
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Season: April to October
Houseboats Neukalen
The houseboat base, from which you start your vacation on a houseboat from Neukalen, is located in Mecklenburg Vorpommern and belongs to the district of Mecklenburgische Seenplatte. It is located directly on the banks of the Teterower Peene River and has held the official title of Peene Town since 2012. Both the Mecklenburgische Schweiz Nature Park and the Kummerower See Nature Park border the town, so there is still the opportunity to extend your vacation on land in particularly beautiful natural landscapes before or after your start. Neukalen was built in 1281 near a predecessor settlement (Altkahlen). Even today, the circular structure with streets running at right angles to each other around the church building of St. John in the center is still recognizable in the old town. The single-nave Gothic brick building, as it can still be visited today, dates from the 15th century and houses one of the oldest organs in Mecklenburg and was built by the well-known organ builder David Baumann. The town's former schoolhouse, built in 1863, is an exemplary Tudor-style building, and for railroad enthusiasts, the town's former train station houses a railroad museum. If you are traveling with children, then take advantage of the unusual opportunity to experience the Mecklenburg Switzerland Nature Park on a disused section of track between Neukalen and Schorrentin with a trolley using your muscle power.
After a stroll through the town, take the opportunity to discover the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside. Numerous cycling and hiking trails lead out of the city and offer the opportunity to exercise, surrounded by unique moorland landscapes. If you have a little time, visit the Cistercian monastery of Dargun (about 12 kilometers from Neukalen). The attached museum offers a brief overview of the regional history and in the former monastery brewery, a bistro offers the opportunity to fortify yourself.
For a carefree start from the base in Neukalen, the town offers you all the necessary supply possibilities. In addition, beautiful routes open up from here for the most diverse requirements, on which you can sit back and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Without sport boat license: also for beginners an ideal sailing area - the Kummerow Lake
Not far from Neukalen, accessible via the Teterower Peene, lies the Kummerower See. This recreational area has a total water surface of 30 km2 and is thus the eighth largest lake in Germany.Among passionate anglers, the lake is known for its abundance of fish. From eel to pikeperch, many native fish species can be found here, try your fishing luck from the houseboat. While you enjoy the peace and quiet around you while fishing and completely immerse yourself in the nature of Lake Kummerow, you may also discover a white stork or a family of otters. Both animal species are native here and find a protected habitat in the "Nature Park Mecklenburg Switzerland and Lake Kummerow". The small villages and towns around the lake offer you enough program if you feel like it. On the western shore in Salem, not far from Neukalen, you can get an overview of the lake from the local lookout point, easily reached on foot from the harbor. Or enjoy a meal in the local panorama restaurant overlooking the lake.
In the southeast of the lake lies Kummerow. Founded by Slavs as early as the 5th century AD
, it is still a place of interest today. Especially a visit to the Kummerow castle from the 18th century, which was lavishly restored from 2011 and today houses a photo exhibition is an experience. Another castle, originally from the 13th century but rebuilt in a slightly different form after a fire at the beginning of the 20th century, is the castle in Sommersdorf. Especially in autumn, usually at the beginning of October, in the so-called castle autumn, a visit is worthwhile. There, changing cultural events take place in the castles and manor houses on the lake, and the time-honored buildings are put in a special light.
Sporty houseboat vacationers can rent a canoe in Sommersdorf or try out a ride over the waves on a windsurfing board at the local surfing school. In the very north of Lake Kummerow in Verchen, you also have the option of renting canoes to add a little sporty variety to the peace and relaxation that a houseboat vacation on Lake Kummerow brings. Here you can also take part in a guided hike through the "great Rosin", a lowland moor typical of the Peene Valley. Learn interesting facts about the flora and fauna of this moor landscape and discover the landscape and the bird species native here from the lookout tower near Verchen.
Lake Kummerow is an exciting cruising area for families as well as for nature and sports enthusiasts. Experience a relaxing time on a rented houseboat and the best thing is: On the Kummerow Lake you can sail up to Demmin even without a license (with a charter license), so that even inexperienced houseboat vacationers can gain first experiences.
With the sport boat license Binnen: With the houseboat on the Peene
From the base in Neukalen you can explore the Peene on a 
houseboat. The Peene is a confluence of a total of three headwater rivers - the Teterower Peene, the Ostpeene and the Westpeene, which join in the Kummerower See. From here, the Peene flows leisurely for 85 kilometers until it flows into the Peene River east of Anklam. In the process, the landscape has only a slight gradient, which is why the Peene flows slowly and leisurely through the area, which is predominantly designated as a nature reserve. This characteristic and because the river flows in large parts through protected and untouched areas, has earned the river the nickname "Amazon of the North". Discover on your houseboat vacation Neukalen one of the largest contiguous low moorland areas in Central and Western Europe and the flora and fauna there. Most of the Peene valley is under nature protection, to continue to offer the necessary protection to the animals living here and the original fauna, certain restrictions apply. Thus, oxbow lakes and peat pits may not be navigated and entering the shore areas is mostly prohibited, but anchoring for the night is allowed. Information on the applicable regulations can be found at the information station "Abenteuer Peenetal" in Verchen, or here.
The Peene has hardly any gradient, therefore there are no locks on the river. From time to time you have to pass a drawbridge, which may involve waiting times, as the bridges have fixed opening hours. Therefore, find out in advance about bridges to be passed in order to plan your route.
Start from Kummerower See, in the far north, past the Aalbude water rest area onto the Peene River and start your own adventure on one of Germany's most pristine rivers. After a relaxing trip past moor landscapes, you will reach the Hanseatic town of Demmin after about an hour of sailing. From here on, you will need a sport boat license Binnen to continue your journey. The town is located at the confluence of the Peene, Tollense and Trebel rivers and is a popular recreational area. The area was already populated during the Neolithic Age, which can still be seen today in partially preserved megalithic sites. For example the megalithic grave Upost near Warrenzin. Take a trip by bike (about 45 minutes each way) and discover this relic from the early settlement history of this area. Not only those interested in history can experience the history of this region up close here and afterwards with a visit to the historic old town of Loitz from the 13th century. In Jarmen, which is only a two-hour drive from Loitz, a fireplace dating back to 830 B.C. has been excavated. From Jarmen you can reach Anklam in about 3 to 4 hours. Enjoy the ride past untouched moor meadows, discover the traces of beavers on the shore again and again and be surprised by the resident eagles. The trip on the natural river with only a very slight gradient is quiet and offers you the opportunity to relax completely.
Once you have reached Anklam, you will have many opportunities 
to counteract the relaxation and tranquility of the ride. Stay faithful to the water and rent a canoe to experience the Peene from a different perspective. Take off for a stroll through the historic old town of the Hanseatic city and discover cozy cafes and gastronomy that specializes in fish dishes. The Museum im Steintor, the only relic of the city's fortifications dating back to 1250 and one of the oldest buildings still standing in the city. Since 1989 it has housed the regional history museum and offers an informative outline of the history of the region. One of the most famous sons of the town is Otto Lilienthal. The aviation pioneer was born here and developed his gliding apparatus here. There is a museum dedicated to him. For a one-week houseboat vacation from Neukalen, the route to Anklam and back is very suitable. For sailing the Peene from Demmin to Anklam you need the sport boat license Binnen. For an extension from Anklam to the Achterwasser and Usedom the sport boat license sea is needed.
With the sport boat license Binnen and See: Discover Usedom and the Achterwasser by houseboat
A houseboat trip on the Achterwasser is also possible from Neukalen. For this you need both the sport boat license Binnen and See. Anklam can be reached in 2 days via the Kummerower See and the Peene river. It is important that you inform yourself in advance about the bridge openings and adjust your route planning to the opening times. Up to Anklam you can sail on the Peene with the SBF Binnen, all those who have a SBF See are free to continue their journey on the Peenestrom and the Achterwasser from here on. Discover the beauty of the west coast of the island of Usedom on your houseboat. The Achterwasser and also the Peenestrom belong to the nature park Insel Usedom. The nature park is known for its great variety of habitats on a small area. Enjoy the passing landscapes and the animals and birds found here on your trip. White-tailed eagles, white storks and cranes are native here. There are always landing stages along the shore, either to explore the surroundings at your leisure or to stop off at a cozy café in one of the small towns. Combine your houseboat vacation Neukalen with a beach day on Usedom and experience a very individual dream vacation.
Houseboats Neukalen - houseboat vacation in Germany with 1a Yachtcharter!
