Historische Segelboote bei Rumregatta in Flensburg; bunte Segel in Orange, Pink und Weiß vor Uferwald.

Mehrere Segelboote ziehen durch die offenen Wellen; ein großer Windjammer mit vollen Segeln prägt die Parade vor der Küste.

Backstein-Leuchtturm auf grünem Hügel; umlaufendes Geländer, blau-weißer Himmel mit Wolken, vorn pinke Wildblumen

Schloss Glücksburg, weißer Burgkomplex mit Türmen am Seeufer, am Wasser reflektiert, von Gras und Sträuchern umgeben.

Genuinely Nordic

Fresh and promising while rural and traditional. Schleswig-Holstein spans the range!

Kieler Woche – A week like no other

The world is always a guest on the fjord at the end of June when Kieler Woche takes place. An international crowd flocks to eventa that combine nine days of high-performance sailing with the romance of whistling seaside wind. You’ll find a bustling festival with thousands of individual events throughout the city. Kieler Woche has hoisted the mainsail when it comes to sustainability and is working towards climate neutrality. You can look forward to excitement, entertainment and a great atmosphere for sailors and landlubbers alike!

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Glücksburg – Royal beauty

The sight of Glücksburg moated castle on the Flensburg Fjord is enchanting. It is no wonder the Danish king once resided here. The turrets stretch proudly towards the sky while white plastered walls are reflected in the tranquil pond. You can take in the regal atmosphere on a guided tour, with coffee and cake in the Café am Schloss, while dining in the on-site restaurant, or in one of the vacation apartments in the former coach house.

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Großer Runenstein mit eingeritzten Zeichen; zwei Frauen betrachten und zeigen darauf in einer Museumsausstellung. — Runenstein

Schleswig – Visit to the Vikings

Narrow plank paths between mud-plastered wattle-and-daub houses, the wooden jetty where the Norsemen moored their boats, the remains of the old town wall, all of these can be found in the important Viking settlement of Haithabu. The settlement is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and museum that brings the everyday life of seafarers from 1,000 years ago to life. Haithabu boasts many original exhibits, demonstrations and markets. This is a unique excursion into a legendary past.

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Zwei weiße Gannets mit gelbem Kopf berühren Schnäbel auf einem felsigen Klippenrand über dem Meer.

Heligoland – don’t forget your binoculars!

Watch out, low-flying birds! Heligoland is a bird watcher’s paradise. Around 400 different species have been counted on the 1.7 square kilometer offshore island. In summer, 10,000 pairs of seabirds breed on the Lummenfelsen alone. Herring gulls, oystercatchers and eider ducks can be observed on the dunes or during guided tours. The party really gets going in August when the autumnal bird migration begins.

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Dagebüll – Above things

The 90-year-old Dagebüll lighthouse offers an exclusive, unobstructed view of grazing dyke sheep and the beautiful Wadden Sea. Even better: you can spend cozy nights alone or as a couple in this gem. With panoramic windows, whirlpool, terrace – and a basket full of breakfast treats, placed at your door in the morning. How can you not fall in love?

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Möwe fliegt über das Meer; linke untere Textzeile

Podcast

Have you always wanted to know why compass needles point north? Or find out about predators with beady eyes? Our podcast ShoreTime – der Küstenschnack tells the story of Schleswig-Holstein in many exciting stories. The podcast is only available in German.

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Hofladen aus Holz mit großen Fenstern, Kürbissen und Pflanzen vor dem Eingang; Fahrradständer und grüne Umgebung im Hintergrund.

Tangstedt – Landlust

Do you sometimes dream of having your own farm? At Gut Wulksfelde, a large organic farm, you can start your research during guided tours on topics such as agriculture or animals. You can take part in potato digging or mix dough for sour cream cakes in the estate bakery. Don’t worry, it isn’t all work. Take leisurely walks along the estate’s own hiking trails, shopping in the farm store and stopping for a bite at the excellent Gutsküche restaurant.

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Flensburg – Three sheets to the wind

The Rum Regatta (always on the weekend after Ascension Day) attracts the traditional sailing boats to the Flensburg Fjord, a historical hub in the global rum trade. A great time awaits everyone involved. Guests are welcome to sign up for a day trip on the water, just like the competitors.
Tip: Afterwards, take a stroll through the famous art and lifestyle courtyards of the old trading town of Flensburg.

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Große rostige Metallfigur eines Mannes, der ein Objekt über dem Kopf hebt, auf einem gepflasterten Kreis; Bäume im Hintergrund.

Schlei – Larger than life

The Schlei region is a world of its own. . A 42 km long, narrow arm of the Baltic Sea provides an expanse that wonderful to explore on foot. The paths that lead along reed banks and steep coasts lead to delightful bathing bays and the smallest town in Germany, Arnis.
Our tip: Don’t annoy the giant (pictured) in Ulsnis – legend has it that he is easily irritated!

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