Strand Warnemünde (Warnemunde Beach), Rostock

Strand Warnemünde (Warnemunde Beach), Rostock

The history of Warnemunde dates back to 1323 when Rostock acquired this former fishing village, ensuring free access to the sea. Visitors can conveniently reach Warnemünde Beach by taking the S-Bahn from the center of Rostock, with a short travel time of approximately 20 minutes.

Warnemunde Beach boasts a fine, sandy shoreline that stretches over two kilometers in length and reaches a maximum width of 200 meters. This expansive beach offers ample space for sunbathing, leisurely walks, and various recreational activities. The beach features shallow access to the water, making it ideal for families with children. Visitors can enjoy safe swimming and water play, and the gentle slope into the sea ensures a gradual transition from the shore.

The beach is organized into 24 sections, extending from Westmole to the Stoltera cliffs. Many of these sections are equipped with traditional beach chairs, which are characteristic of Baltic Sea beaches. For added comfort and convenience, consider renting a Strandkorb, a unique covered structure that provides shelter and secure storage for personal belongings while you enjoy the beach. Strandkörbe are iconic beach features commonly found along the Baltic Sea coastline.

Towards the end of the beach, you'll encounter sections 18 to 22 designated as the "FKK" area, which stands for "Freikörperkultur" or naturist/nudist culture. This is a typical feature of German beaches, and visitors should be aware that nudity is common in this specific area.

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Strand Warnemünde (Warnemunde Beach) on Map

Sight Name: Strand Warnemünde (Warnemunde Beach)
Sight Location: Rostock, Germany (See walking tours in Rostock)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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Walking Tours in Rostock, Germany

Create Your Own Walk in Rostock

Create Your Own Walk in Rostock

Creating your own self-guided walk in Rostock is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Warnemunde Walking Tour

Warnemunde Walking Tour

A mere 20-minute journey from the charming city of Rostock brings you to Warnemünde, a coastal town renowned for being a prominent stop for cruise ships. Remarkably, it stands as one of the most bustling cruise ports in all of Germany!

As you meander through Warnemünde today, it's hard to imagine its humble beginnings as a quaint fishing village. It was formally integrated into Rostock...  view more

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Rostock Introduction Walking Tour

Rostock Introduction Walking Tour

According to Germany's prestigious Historic Highlights list, the lovely town of Rostock on the Baltic Coast is one of the country's 16 lesser-known destinations that you may wish to explore. They say a day trip here is a must for anyone visiting Berlin or Hamburg.

Rostock was originally founded by Polabian Slavs in the 11th century as "Roztoc," which means "fork of a...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles