Fehmarn: Baltic Sea Island Paradise
Discover Fehmarn: Germany's sunniest island, offering stunning beaches, thrilling water sports, rich history, and a unique Baltic Sea escape for every traveler.
Fehmarn, Germany's third-largest island, is a Baltic Sea gem renowned for its sun-kissed beaches, windsurfing hotspots, and rich natural beauty. Connected to the mainland by the Fehmarnsund Bridge, this island offers a diverse landscape of sandy shores, dramatic cliffs, and verdant nature reserves. Explore the historic town of Burg with its charming Danish-style architecture, indulge in local culinary delights like the 'Kröpel,' and discover the island's fascinating history, from its Slavic origins to its role as a strategic point between Germany and Scandinavia. Whether you're seeking relaxation on the beach, thrilling water sports, or immersion in nature and culture, Fehmarn promises an unforgettable island escape. Don't miss the Jimi Hendrix memorial stone, commemorating his last concert, and the Wallnau Waterbird Reserve, a haven for birdwatchers.
A brief summary to Fehmarn
- Fehmarn, DE
Local tips
- Visit the Wallnau Waterbird Reserve during migration season (spring or autumn) for incredible birdwatching opportunities.
- Try the local 'Kröpel' pastry at a traditional bakery for a taste of Fehmarn's culinary heritage.
- Rent a bike and explore the island's scenic coastal paths and countryside at your own pace.
Getting There
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Driving
If arriving by car from the mainland, follow the A1 motorway and then the B207 across the Fehmarnsund Bridge. Once on the island, follow signs towards your specific destination (e.g., Burg, Puttgarden). Parking is available in most towns and near major attractions, with hourly rates typically ranging from €1 to €2 and daily rates from €5 to €10, depending on location and season.
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Public Transport
If arriving by train, take the train to Burg station. From there, local buses connect to various points on the island. A single bus fare within Burg costs approximately €2-€3. For travel to other towns on Fehmarn, a day ticket might be more economical, costing around €7-€9. Note that train services to Fehmarn are currently impacted by construction for the Fehmarnbelt Tunnel, with bus replacement services in operation.
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Ferry
If arriving by ferry from Rødby (Denmark), you'll arrive at the Puttgarden ferry terminal. From there, you can take a bus to Burg or other destinations on the island. Bus fare from Puttgarden to Burg is approximately €3-€4. Alternatively, you can rent a car at the ferry terminal. Ferry tickets vary depending on the season, vehicle type, and number of passengers. Check Scandlines website for current pricing.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Krummsteert-Sulsdorfer Wiek / Fehmarn
7.2 km
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Heiligenhafen pier
14.0 km
Experience breathtaking Baltic Sea views and seaside fun at Heiligenhafen Pier, a modern promenade with activities for all ages, open year-round.
FEMERN BÆLT Fehmarnbelt HOLZPLATFORM
24.7 km
Lang, skulpturel udsigtsrampe i stål og træ med fri panoramaudsigt til Femern Bælt-tunnelen og Lollands åbne kystlandskab – gratis og åben året rundt.
Holiday Lolland - Old farm
42.3 km
Experience the charm of rural Denmark at Holiday Lolland - Old Farm, a serene bed and breakfast near Nysted offering cozy accommodations, local cuisine, and a gateway to Lolland's beauty.
Bronze Sparschwein
45.3 km
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Seebrücke Schönberger Strand
46.9 km
Experience the Baltic Sea from this iconic pier in Schönberger Strand, offering stunning views, accessible design, and a vibrant event calendar throughout the summer season.
Langdyssen "Kong Humbles Grav"
49.1 km
A 55‑metre Stone Age long dolmen in the fields north of Humble, where legend, prehistoric engineering and soft Langeland landscapes meet in quiet simplicity.
Ravnsby Bakker
49.6 km
Rolling hills and ancient monuments where glacial history meets contemporary art on Denmark's flattest island.
Fuglsang Herregaard - Hotel + Events + Conference
51.2 km
Experience Danish history and culture at Fuglsang Herregaard, a beautifully restored manor offering tranquil stays, gourmet dining, and access to art and nature in Lolland-Falster.
Fuglsang Kunstmuseum
51.4 km
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Ristinge Klint
52.1 km
Discover the breathtaking beauty and geological wonders of Ristinge Klint on Langeland, where dramatic cliffs meet the Baltic Sea, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into Earth's history.
Yellow Palace
52.5 km
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Gedser Remise
52.5 km
Explore the rich railway heritage of Denmark at Gedser Remise, where history and nostalgia come alive in a charming coastal setting.
Labyrint Lolland-Falster
52.5 km
Get lost in nature's embrace at Labyrint Lolland-Falster, where adventure awaits around every corner in this enchanting maze of fun, challenges, and unforgettable memories.
Gedser Vandtårn
52.7 km
Denmark's southernmost water tower offers sweeping Baltic views and a window into Gedser's maritime heritage.
Unmissable attractions to see
Lalandia Aquadome Rødby
25.3 km
Tropical waterpark with year-round 28°C pools, wave slides, and wellness in Danish Lolland.
Rødby Karting Ring
25.9 km
Denmark's FIA-approved international go-kart circuit where competitive racing meets recreational thrills on a technically demanding 1,246-meter track.
Hyllekrog Fyr
27.7 km
A retired lighthouse on a remote spit of southern Lolland, where maritime history, wild coastal nature and vast Baltic horizons meet in wind and silence.
Weissenhäuser Strand
28.0 km
A Baltic Sea holiday park offering year-round family fun with a subtropical water park, jungle adventure, and beautiful sandy beach.
Scandinavian owl center
29.7 km
A quiet, owl-focused wildlife center on Lolland, where close encounters and clear storytelling reveal the hidden lives of Scandinavia’s nocturnal hunters.
Lungholm
30.8 km
Historic Lolland manor estate where neoclassical architecture, working farmland and emerging coastal nature reserves meet in a quietly atmospheric countryside setting.
Vindeholme
30.9 km
Early 20th‑century manor in Lolland’s linden woods, offering exclusive stays, celebrations and retreats a short stroll from the Baltic shoreline.
Polakkasernen
30.9 km
Europe's only museum honoring the Polish beet workers who shaped Lolland's agricultural legacy
Lolland-Falster Airport
32.4 km
A friendly general aviation airfield in the fields of Lolland, where local clubs, small aircraft and big skies create a quietly captivating gateway to southern Denmark.
Lupinmark
32.6 km
A simple Lolland farm field turned into a shimmering sea of lupins, where color, scent and wide-open skies create a brief but unforgettable countryside pause.
Peter Hansens Have
35.0 km
An expansive private botanical garden on Vestlolland, where lakes, woodland paths and a vast plant collection create a tranquil green escape near Nakskov.
Lolland
35.7 km
Denmark's rural island sanctuary where safari wildlife, medieval history, and contemporary art converge amid coastal beauty.
Sydligste Punkt på Langeland
39.8 km
Wind‑sculpted cliffs, pebble shores and wide Baltic horizons at the southernmost point of Langeland, where Ice Age hills meet open sea and endless sky.
Dovns Klint
39.9 km
Wind-shaped cliffs, big Baltic skies and quiet pebble shores at the southernmost tip of Langeland, where Ice Age geology meets tranquil Danish coastal life.
Søholt Barokhave
40.0 km
Step into a restored Baroque world of hedged alleys, fountains and orchards beside Søholt Manor on the tranquil shores of the Maribo Lakes near Maribo.
Essential places to dine
Restaurant Kuhstall
25.2 km
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Tatort
25.2 km
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Restaurant zur Alten Treppe
25.4 km
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Restaurant Mephisto
25.4 km
Experience the best of Oldenburg's culinary scene at Restaurant Mephisto, where local flavors meet warm hospitality.
La Sevillana by Marni
25.6 km
Cozy Spanish-style tapas and hearty plates beside the Rødbyhavn ferry, blending Andalusian warmth with Danish harbour atmosphere on Lolland’s south coast.
Restaurant Zum Farmer
26.2 km
Experience authentic German cuisine at Restaurant Zum Farmer in Oldenburg in Holstein – where local flavors meet warm hospitality.
Restaurant Strandgården
27.3 km
Casual seaside dining on Lolland’s south coast, where classic Danish dishes, local fish and an ice-cream café meet Baltic views, dike walks and mini-golf fun.
Den gamle Digegaard
27.6 km
Thatched charm and Baltic views on Lolland's quiet southern coast
Fine Dining Restaurant Courtier
30.2 km
Discover culinary excellence at Fine Dining Restaurant Courtier in Gut Weißenhaus—where exquisite flavors meet elegant ambiance.
dasPfaff
37.8 km
Experience exquisite steaks at dasPfaff in Grömitz - where fine dining meets breathtaking seaside views.
Langø Grill & Fiskebar
39.2 km
Relaxed harbourfront fish bar in a red seaside house, serving local catches, gourmet fish & chips and burgers with wide-open views over Langø’s working harbour.
Restaurant 1797
39.5 km
Experience the art of fine dining at Restaurant 1797 in Panker, where local ingredients meet culinary excellence in an unforgettable setting.
Madamblå
39.9 km
No‑frills Danish grill and chicken joint on Nakskov’s harborfront, serving hearty classics like burgers, hot dogs and pølsemix in a casual, everyday setting.
Gonzalez Feilberg i Nakskov
40.1 km
Refined, produce‑focused Danish cuisine in an intimate, candlelit dining room overlooking Nakskov’s Axeltorv – ideal for lingering lunches, date nights and small celebrations.
Café Bita
40.1 km
Casual, centrally located café-restaurant on Nakskov’s Axeltorv square, serving hearty, good-value plates in a relaxed, unpretentious setting from lunch through evening.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Strand-Shop Claudia Struck-Kerssenfischer
14.5 km
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Ulli's Nordkunst
14.6 km
Explore a charming souvenir store in Heiligenhafen, offering authentic local crafts and unique gifts that capture the spirit of the region.
KuhtorCenter
25.4 km
Discover KuhtorCenter, the ultimate shopping destination in Oldenburg in Holstein, offering a blend of retail, dining, and entertainment for an unforgettable experience.
Tallulah
30.2 km
A small, stylish women’s boutique on Rødby’s main street, pairing Scandinavian-inspired fashion with relaxed, personal service on the island of Lolland.
Antik Borella
33.6 km
Rural Lolland’s 275 m² farmhouse antique gallery, blending Scandinavian design, chandeliers and porcelain with three decades of expert curation at Krusegaard.
Fair Trade Lolland
40.0 km
Cosy fair-trade and gift shop on Nakskov’s main street, connecting Lolland’s shoppers with handmade crafts, ethical gifts and global stories from the Global South.
JYSK
41.2 km
Scandinavian home furnishings and interior design in a bright, welcoming retail environment.
TIPPY
41.2 km
Cozy women’s fashion boutique on Maribo’s main street, offering Scandinavian everyday style and a calm indoor pause amid the town’s historic centre.
Red Cross Op Shop
41.2 km
Community-driven Red Cross thrift shop in central Maribo, where sustainable bargains, friendly volunteers and humanitarian purpose meet on a cosy Danish high street.
Guldsmed Kelø
41.2 km
A traditional Maribo goldsmith where Danish craftsmanship, timeless design and everyday town life meet in an intimate jewellery boutique on Vestergade.
Modehjørnet
41.2 km
A small-town Maribo clothing boutique offering everyday Scandinavian style, personal service, and a relaxed shopping pause in the heart of Vestergade.
Mothers' Aid Op Shop
41.4 km
Affordable secondhand children's essentials supporting Maribo's family community.
Leonora
41.4 km
A small, relaxed fashion boutique in central Maribo, offering Scandinavian-inspired everyday clothing and accessories in a calm, personal setting.
Bog & idé og Legekæden
41.5 km
Denmark's premier bookstore chain blending literature, games, and lifestyle products in a welcoming retail environment.
Legekæden
41.5 km
A compact, colorful toy store in Maribo’s Lollandscentret, offering classic games, creative play and convenient gift shopping for families on Lolland.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Strandbar An Der Seebrücke
14.1 km
Experience the vibrant beachside atmosphere at Strandbar An Der Seebrücke, Heiligenhafen's premier cocktail bar with stunning waterfront views.
Käpt´ns Lounge - Die Bar im Meereszeiten
14.4 km
Discover Käpt´ns Lounge, a vibrant cocktail bar by the marina in Heiligenhafen, serving innovative drinks with stunning seaside views.
The Baltic Mermaid Irish Pub
14.7 km
Experience the warmth of Irish hospitality at The Baltic Mermaid Irish Pub in Heiligenhafen, where great food and drinks await.
Bodega Overfarten
25.3 km
Harborfront Danish bodega in Rødby, where locals, ferry workers and travelers share cold beers and warm conversation steps from the working port.
Bodega Slap A
25.4 km
Casual waterfront bar in Rødby's harbor district—a relaxed social hub for drinks and dining.
DIE BAR
28.0 km
Experience the vibrant coastal atmosphere at DIE BAR, where refreshing drinks and stunning sea views await you on Weissenhäuser Strand.
Valhall
30.1 km
Casual neighbourhood bar in central Rødby, serving cold beers and simple drinks from late morning to evening in a friendly, small-town Lolland atmosphere.
Blue the Bar
31.7 km
Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment at Blue the Bar, Kellenhusen's premier coastal destination for drinks and views.
Bodega Guldhornet
39.9 km
Classic Danish bodega in central Nakskov, where cold beer, sports on screen and a well-used billiard table create an easygoing local hangout.
Anne's Bodega
40.1 km
Down-to-earth neighborhood bodega in central Nakskov, serving cold beers, local camaraderie and classic Danish pub atmosphere late into the evening.
Sports Baren
40.1 km
Lively local sports bar on Nakskov’s Axeltorv, pouring cold beer, showing big matches and serving simple bar bites late into the weekend night.
Café Cosmo
40.2 km
Live music, karaoke, and Danish hygge on Nakskov's vibrant Østre Boulevard.
Munk Stuen
41.3 km
Unpretentious neighborhood bar in central Maribo, serving classic drinks and local atmosphere just a short stroll from the town’s cathedral and lakeside paths.
Pillen Maribo
41.5 km
Casual Danish pub in historic Maribo—authentic local atmosphere, extended weekend hours, perfect for evening socializing.
City Rock
41.5 km
Maribo's lively brasserie and arcade bar where locals gather for craft drinks, pub classics, and vintage gaming.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
CLUB ZANZI
40.4 km
High‑energy waterfront nightclub bringing big‑city beats, flashing lights and late‑night dancing to the heart of coastal Nakskov.
Nautic Club
57.3 km
Experience unforgettable nights at Nautic Club, Timmendorfer Strand's premier destination for dancing and cocktails by the sea.
Første sted
57.7 km
Compact, music-driven nightclub on central Slotsgade, offering an intimate, local slice of Nykøbing Falster’s late-night dancing and drinks scene.
Billy Booze
58.0 km
Compact late-night disco in Nykøbing Falster with inexpensive drinks, loud hits and a casual dance floor vibe from Thursday to Saturday.
N.Y.K. Event
58.0 km
Compact late-night bar and nightclub in central Nykøbing Falster, mixing strong drinks, loud beats and a sociable dance floor that runs into the early morning.
Kasket karl
58.5 km
Discover authentic Danish hospitality and local color at Kasket Karl, Rudkøbing’s beloved bodega on Langeland—a lively gathering spot offering drinks, history, and community.
Dr. Emil Laboratory, Marielyst
58.9 km
Beachfront nightclub where summer energy meets live music and dancing until dawn.
Ommel
61.0 km
A small, sociable island nightspot near Marstal where locals and travelers share quiet drinks, simple music and the easygoing charm of Ærø after dark.
Loke MC - Helheim
63.9 km
Rural Danish biker clubhouse with Norse-mythology flair, offering intimate late-night gatherings, loud rock playlists and a no-frills bar far from mainstream nightlife.
Ærø Whiskey Destilleri
65.7 km
Experience the artisanal charm of Ærø Whisky Distillery in Ærøskøbing, where local ingredients and traditional methods create unique island whiskies.
Landbogården
65.8 km
A cherished hub in Ærøskøbing where island tradition and contemporary culture meet over local food, craft drinks, and memorable music-filled evenings.
Ærø Jazzfestival
65.8 km
Experience the soul of Danish jazz at Ærø Jazzfestival, where international rhythms meet island heritage in the historic harbor of Ærøskøbing each summer.
Luna Club
66.6 km
Experience the vibrant nightlife at Luna Club in Kiel, where electrifying music, exquisite cocktails, and unforgettable events await you.
Rathausbunker Kiel
66.8 km
Experience the underground nightlife of Kiel at Rathausbunker, where music and energy collide for unforgettable nights.
Ben Briggs
66.9 km
Discover the heart of Kiel's nightlife at Ben Briggs, a lively disco club and bar where you can dance the night away in an electrifying atmosphere.