Camping at the Flensburg Fjord

With its wide stretch of coastline, the Flensburg Fjord is an ideal destination for beach camping on the Baltic Sea. Just behind it, fragrant forests and lush yellow rapeseed fields surround the gently rolling landscape. The surrounding area is perfect for nature campers who want to actively relax and unwind in peace. The soothing sea climate does the rest. If you like, you can take a short trip to Denmark from your campsite on the Flensburg Fjord.

Special features of camping on the Flensburg Fjord

The Flensburg Fjord is just a stone's throw away from the German-Danish border area. It is a wonderful region with a maritime flair, where recreation close to nature is on every camper's programme. Various local recreation areas promise relaxing nature experiences for young and old, which can be experienced intensively on various cycling and hiking routes.

Many couples, families and friends find it easy to simply unwind on the gently sloping sandy beaches of the Baltic Sea. Most campsites are located directly by the sea or in the countryside. This makes it easy to combine the attractions on land with the leisure programme on the water. The children's playgrounds and swimming pools at many campsites on the Flensburg Fjord provide additional variety.

How to get there

The A7 motorway is not only Germany's longest motorway and an important transport axis between northern and southern Europe, but also the most important route for travelling to the Flensburg Fjord. The Hanseatic city of Hamburg is the hub for motorists from western and southern Germany, as well as some campers from the east of the country. From there it is another 230 kilometres north-westwards, past the towns of Neumünster, Rendsburg and Schleswig.

Travellers will also find various service stations with petrol stations on the remaining section, for example near Quickborn, in Alt Duvenstedt or 115 km before Flensburg at the motorway service station in Schleswig. An alternative route for holidaymakers from eastern Germany is to drive via Lübeck. The Hanseatic city in northern Germany has excellent links to the A20 motorway, which continues on to the A7 near Neumünster.

If you are flexible in your travel planning, you should avoid conurbations such as Hamburg and Lübeck during the morning rush hour and after work. In addition, increased traffic volumes can also be expected throughout the region during the German and Scandinavian holiday periods. The distances from the Flensburg Fjord to Cologne, Frankfurt am Main, Munich and Dresden are around 650 to 1,000 kilometres.

Destinations on the Flensburg Fjord

The Flensburg Fjord guarantees a varied holiday with its coastline, landscape and charming towns. Swimmers will find ideal conditions on the beaches of the Baltic Sea, as will water sports enthusiasts. In addition, the sights in the North German towns and cities are a great attraction on a day without swimming.

Flensburg

Germany's largest Nordic city is characterised by tastefully renovated town houses, St. Mary's Church from the 12th century and the Nordertor border building in red brick Gothic style from 1595. Flensburg has a beautiful historic centre with idyllic squares, which is adjoined by the pretty pedestrian promenade Am Holm.

The Kompagniestraße, where historic merchants' and captains' houses from the 16th century are located, is also very attractive. In short: Flensburg offers excellent conditions for an urban sightseeing tour with excellent shopping opportunities.

Glücksburg

Glücksburg Castle in the Baltic seaside resort shines like a fairytale. The moated castle was built in the 16th century and was the centre of the state's history for three centuries. Today, the former residence of dukes and kings can be visited along with the rose garden.

The Baltic seaside resort is also an attractive destination for active holidays. One of the most popular leisure options is the wide range of water-based activities. The Fördeland Therme offers extensive bathing fun at any time of year. For sporting activities on land, hiking and cycling as well as golfing on the nearby 18-hole course of the Förde-Golf-Club Glücksburg are recommended.

Activities and excursions

Pedal boating and sunbathing, building sandcastles and sailing, hiking and cycling - a camping holiday on the Flensburg Fjord is diverse and varied.

Active in nature

The unspoilt nature of the Flensburg Fjord is characterised by endless expanses without any significant inclines. The Baltic Sea coastal path and the border route are undoubtedly among the most beautiful trails. What's more, horse lovers can explore the area on horseback thanks to the many local riding stables.

For families with children

What could be better than looking into the happy eyes of children? Around the campsites, families will find the right ideas for any weather. Whether it's the JUMP House in Flensburg, on board a ship, in the Mr. Scandis Funpark in Handewitt or in the Glücksburg Forest Museum - a colourful world of adventure awaits adventurous campers.

Worth seeing

A tour of the Flensburg brewery, a visit to the Rum Museum or on the trail of fascinating Renaissance castles - culture is not neglected here either. The maritime flair can be felt everywhere, especially on a walk through the museum harbour with its ensemble of old ships. No less worth seeing is the naval school in Mürwik. The training centre can be visited every Tuesday afternoon.

Gastronomy

Fish, freshly caught straight from the cutter, is at the top of the menu. Particularly popular are the tender plaice with bacon and onions, the smoked herring "Kieler Sprotte" and the sole "Müllerin Art" with jacket potatoes and cucumber salad. Meat lovers can choose Holstein pork in white wine vinegar with roast potatoes and gravy, goose leg with red cabbage and dumplings or a juicy fillet of beef with prawns and garlic.

Other regional specialities include Labskaus with beef, gherkin and fried egg and kale with smoked pork shoulder. A freshly tapped local pilsner goes well with these specialities. A classic dessert is fresh red fruit jelly served with vanilla sauce, ice cream or cinnamon.

Best time to travel

The Baltic Sea coast is known for its healthy, bracing climate. The fresh sea air is enriched with a high iodine and salt content, which is said to have a healing effect. If you want to combine your camping holiday with a refreshing dip in the sea, come in July or August. During this time, the thermometer climbs to an average of a pleasant 21 degrees Celsius.

Of course, higher temperatures can also be expected at times, which can easily reach 28 degrees Celsius or more in the summer high season. The Baltic Sea also measures at least 19 degrees Celsius in the middle of the year. In May, June and September, temperatures fluctuate between 17 and 20 degrees Celsius. The mild temperatures in the early and late summer tempt visitors to go on extensive exploration tours or to take part in sporting activities such as hiking, horse riding or cycling.