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Beach · Rostock, Mecklemburgo-Pomerânia Ocidental
Warnemünde
District of Rostock at the mouth of the Warnow, with the widest beach on the German Baltic coast, the Alter Strom canal with fishing boats, and the cruise port.
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About Warnemünde
Warnemünde is Rostock's seaside district, where the Warnow river meets the Baltic Sea. It was a fishing village and became a seaside resort, while keeping the Alter Strom, the original branch of the estuary, today lined with fishing boats, cafés, restaurants and shops.
The beach has over three kilometres of sand without stones and reaches 150 metres in width, the widest on the German Baltic coast. The bathing season usually runs from June to August, with cold water. On the sand are the wicker beach chairs with hoods (Strandkorb), rented by period.
Near the lighthouse is the Teepott, a 1968 building with a shell-shaped concrete roof by engineer Ulrich Müther, now housing restaurants. The breakwaters at the port entrance end in two small lighthouses, one green and one red, and are a popular walk to watch ships.
On the west bank of the Neuer Strom is the cruise terminal, the busiest in Germany. A fisherman's house from 1767 houses the local museum, about fishing, navigation and the history of the seaside resort.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
Half a day for the Alter Strom and the promenade; a full day if you plan to use the beach.
Best time
June to August for the beach, without guaranteed warmth. On cruise ship days the Alter Strom fills up in the morning. Off season the promenade is good for walking, and it can be windy.
How to get there
The S-Bahn urban train links Rostock central station to Warnemünde station in about 20 minutes, with frequent departures. From the station to the Alter Strom and the beach it's a few minutes on foot.
Tip
Walk to the tip of the western breakwater, with the small green lighthouse, to see ships leaving for the sea. Bring a jacket, even in summer.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Warnemünde
How to get from Rostock to Warnemünde?
By S-Bahn, the suburban train, from Rostock central station to Warnemünde station in about 20 minutes. From the station the beach is a few minutes' walk.
Can you swim in the sea at Warnemünde?
In the bathing season, which usually runs from June to August. The water is cold and the weather changes quickly; come prepared for wind.
What is the Alter Strom?
The old arm of the Warnow estuary, today a canal lined with fishing boats, cafés and restaurants, which forms the centre of Warnemünde.
Does Warnemünde have a cruise terminal?
Yes. The terminal is on the west bank of the Neuer Strom and is the busiest in Germany. On ship days the neighbourhood gets busier.