Camping in Rostock

Sun, beach and sea await you on a camping holiday in Rostock. The Hanseatic city on the Mecklenburg coast is known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere and is a popular destination for a relaxing camping holiday by the Baltic Sea, especially in the summer months. At PiNCAMP you will find the most beautiful campsites in Rostock.

Popular campsites in Rostock

There are many recommended campsites around Rostock - either directly on the Baltic Sea coast or inland. The following campsites receive many good reviews on PiNCAMP and are among the most popular places for a camping holiday in Rostock - regardless of whether you are travelling with a caravan, motorhome or tent.

Markgrafenheide camping and holiday park

The Markgrafenheide camping and holiday park offers over 1000 parcelled-out pitches for motorhomes and caravans as well as bungalows and holiday flats if you are going on holiday without a motorhome. Thanks to the direct access to the Baltic Sea, beach holidaymakers in particular get their money's worth here. The site also offers a wide range of leisure activities such as pony rides, tennis and mini golf, making it particularly popular with families with children. Another highlight is the large wellness centre with sauna area, massages and swimming pools.

Börgerende holiday camp

The family-run Börgerende holiday camp between Rostock and Kühlungsborn is one of the most popular campsites on the Baltic Sea. On the holiday complex you will find great comfort pitches close to the beach. There is also a separate motorhome pitch and a tent pitch right by the Baltic Sea. All pitches offer access to modern sanitary facilities and the option to dispose of chemical toilets. You can also pamper yourself in the Seeblick Oasis with various wellness treatments. Thanks to the beautiful coastal panorama, the Börgerende holiday camp is particularly popular in the high season - it is therefore advisable to book in good time.

Ostseecamp Rostocker Heide

Ostseecamp Rostocker Heide is located on the popular stretch of beach between Rostock-Warnemünde and the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula. This means you have two great excursion destinations nearby, which you can easily reach by bike via the Baltic Sea cycle path. The site has natural, unparcelled pitches for tents and motorhomes as well as mobile homes, bungalows and caravans for hire just a short distance from the beach. The Nordlicht restaurant serves local specialities and there are also several shops for self-catering on the site. Children will love the large adventure playground.

Schwaan campsite

The small but beautiful Schwaan nature campsite is in an idyllic location on the banks of the Warnow and is the perfect place if you want to enjoy nature and switch off in a relaxed atmosphere. In addition to pitches for caravans, there is also some rental accommodation here, such as cycling cabins, rental caravans and cosy bungalows. Thanks to the boat hire, you can jump straight into the water, and there is also a mini golf course and a sports field adjacent to the campsite. The natural bathing beach at the campsite invites you to swim and splash around, and there is also a large playground for children. You can enjoy a bite to eat in the Silberwald restaurant and there is also a small kiosk on the beach.

Kühlungsborn Camping Park

The 5-star Kühlungsborn camping park near the seaside resort of the same name promises luxury camping right by the Baltic Sea. On the site you will find comfort and standard pitches with electricity and water connections, motorhome pitches and an area for tents. Holiday chalets for campers without motorhomes are also available to rent. The Baltic Sea beach is right on the doorstep. In the high season, there is also a large leisure programme with children's entertainment, guided hikes and numerous sports activities. The Baltic Sea spa invites you to relax, and you can fortify yourself in the recommended Toplicht 54° restaurant.

General information about camping in Rostock

The city of Rostock and the surrounding area are among the most popular destinations for campers who want to spend a holiday by the Baltic Sea. Especially in the Warnemünde district, you will find beautiful pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. Depending on your preference, the pitches are wooded or sunny and usually located directly on the white Baltic Sea beach. Some operators also offer mobile homes and holiday flats - the best conditions for spending a relaxing holiday on the coast of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern even in the colder months of the year. The facilities at the campsites around Rostock are excellent. Most of the sites have modern sanitary facilities, shopping facilities, restaurants and playgrounds for young camping guests. If you like to keep fit on holiday, many campsites offer sports and fitness facilities. Some campsites also offer amenities such as wellness areas with saunas and pools, mini golf courses and beach chair hire for relaxing in the fresh Baltic Sea air. The leisure programme at the campsites is extremely varied and ranges from evening shows with live music to cinema evenings, cycling and hiking tours and guided excursions. In the high season in summer, many campsites also organise children's entertainment. So you can relax in one of the traditional beach chairs or enjoy water sports without a guilty conscience, while your children are well looked after. If you would like to hire bikes for trips along the Baltic Sea and through the Rostock Heath or into the old town, you can do so directly on site at many campsites. Alternatively, there are numerous bike hire centres in Rostock.

Camping with a dog in Rostock

Camping with dogs is permitted at many campsites. However, it is best to enquire in advance at the respective campsite whether four-legged friends are welcome. Rostock is definitely a great destination for campers with dogs. For example, you can go for long walks on the Baltic Sea beach. Dogs are also allowed in the water at the Rostock Diedrichshagen dog beach near Warnemünde. You should always keep your dog on a lead on trips to the dune areas.

Top 5 sights

• Rostock harbour: classic sight of a Hanseatic city. One of Germany's largest seaports with a tradition dating back to the Middle Ages.
• Warnemünde lighthouse: The unique-looking lighthouse stands a few metres from the harbour and has been in operation for more than 100 years.
• Warnemünde local history museum: On 240 m², you can experience what everyday life was like for the old Hanseatic people in the museum of local history.
• St Mary's Church: Rostock's St Mary's Church is the oldest religious building in the city - it was built in the 13th century.
• Rostock Zoo: With 4,000 animals of 380 different species, Rostock Zoo is especially popular with children.

Top 2 insider tips

• Rostock Heath: The Rostock Heath is one of the largest urban forests in Germany and a fantastic local recreation area with many cycle paths and hiking trails.
• Am alten Strom: Rostock's promenade is a wonderful place to stroll between shops, restaurants and renovated old captain's houses and watch the colourful hustle and bustle.

Activities and excursions

You don't have to travel to faraway countries for an eventful camping holiday by the sea. In Rostock, you can experience a whole host of things, whether you just want to relax on the beach or actively explore the surroundings of the Hanseatic city on the Mecklenburg coast.

Hiking and cycling

The area surrounding Rostock is ideal for long tours in the fresh air. An insider tip for hikers is the Rostock Heath, also worthwhile is the Baltic Sea coastal hiking trail E9, which you can also walk in individual stages. The Baltic Sea coastal cycle path from Lübeck to Usedom is popular with cyclists. Beautiful day trips in the surrounding area lead from Warnemünde to Kühlungsborn or through the Rostock Heath to Graal-Müritz.

Sunbathing on the beach at Warnemünde

The Rostock region is known for its excellent water quality and beautiful beaches, most of which slope gently into the sea and are therefore ideal for families with small children. One of the most beautiful beaches is Warnemünde beach, which is up to 200 metres wide, making it the widest beach on the Baltic coast of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Here you will also find a good infrastructure with bars, sanitary facilities, car parks and beach volleyball courts.

Water sports in Rostock

If you want to spend your time on Rostock beach doing more than just swimming and sunbathing, there are plenty of alternatives. There are a number of water sports schools on the beaches that offer courses for beginners and advanced water sports enthusiasts. Popular activities include surfing, kitesurfing and stand-up paddling. A special attraction for surfers is "ferry wave surfing", where surfers use the waves of the large ships that come into the harbour.

Harbour tour in Rostock

If you don't want to get involved in sports, you can take one of the many harbour tours and learn a little about the history of shipping. It also offers a completely different view of Rostock. There is a choice of tours in the city harbour or along the Warnow to Warnemünde for those who want to feel the fresh sea breeze.

Experience Rostock from an unusual perspective

One of the most popular activities away from the water is undoubtedly ballooning over Mecklenburg. A hot air balloon takes off from the centre of Rostock and takes participants on a journey through the whole of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Seeing the world from a bird's eye view is an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

events

July

CSD Rostock: Christopher Street Day, which has been organised by the homosexual community since the 1970s, takes place on the third weekend in July. In addition to the motto for more tolerance and equality, there are great shows and entertainment for the whole family.

August

Rostock Marathon: On the first weekend in August, this event is always the prelude to the Hanse Sail. The course that the runners cover is 21.1 km long and anyone who wants to can take part in the marathon. Hanse Sail Rostock: The largest gathering of sailors, cruisers and other historic ships in the region takes place between 9 and 12 August. Up to 1 million people visit the event every year to marvel at the various models or even take part in sailing trips. On land, there are market stalls, fairground rides and a varied stage programme. Pyro Games Rostock: On the last weekend in August, the so-called Duel of the Fireworks attracts many onlookers every summer. Fire artists from all over the world travel to the Hanseatic city for this event, which always takes place in the IGA Park. The highlight is the pyro-musicals.

December

Rostock Christmas Market: From the end of November to the end of December, the Christmas market in the historic city centre between Neuer Markt, Kröpeliner Tor and the city harbour enchants visitors with numerous rides and traders. Food and drink in the form of mulled wine, bratwurst and other delicacies are also provided.

Gastronomy

You don't need to worry about an empty stomach on a camping holiday in Rostock. Mecklenburg cuisine is typically North German and therefore hearty and hearty. The immediate location on the Baltic Sea ensures a rich selection of fish dishes. Apart from this, hearty meat dishes have also established themselves in the Hanseatic city over the centuries. One of these specialities is Rostock smoked sausage, which is now very popular throughout Germany. Its typical flavour comes from the traditional smoking over beech wood and makes it an unmistakable treat for the palate. It is enjoyed cold or warm and is usually served with mustard and homemade bread. The butchers in the old town of Rostock are particularly famous for their delicious sausages. If you're really hungry and need a hearty meal, you should definitely try the Mecklenburg rib roast. It is traditionally made from fresh pork belly as well as the cover meat of the ribs and is at the top of the menu, especially in the colder months of the year. Sea buckthorn, whose bushes can be found in many places, is also typical of Mecklenburg cuisine. Its fruits are particularly rich in vitamin C and are used as an ingredient in hot dishes and to make compote.

Best time to travel for a camping holiday in Rostock

The best time to go on a camping holiday in Rostock is between June and September. It is warmest from July to August. This is the peak season and the campsites are correspondingly busy. The average temperature in the high season is at least 21 degrees. Water temperatures reach a pleasant 20 to 24 degrees between June and September. The ideal wind conditions also attract many kite and windsurfers to Rostock Warnemünde, and with around 250 days of sunshine a year, bathing fun is guaranteed when camping in Rostock. In general, the weather in Rostock is characterised by a moderate climate with frequent rainfall. The driest month is February, although it is quite cold then. However, a camping holiday on the Baltic Sea in winter also has its charm when you snuggle up in your motorhome after a walk on the almost deserted beach. In spring, on the other hand, the blossoming of the Rostock Heath provides a beautiful display of colour.