Boat rental in Kiel

Boating in Kiel

The Kiel Fjord is a long Baltic inlet with marinas along both shores and open sea beyond its mouth at Laboe. Days often follow the fjord past ferries and sailing boats out into Kiel Bay, with a stop at a beach or harbour on the way back.

Where to go by boat

• Laboe

  Seaside resort at the fjord's mouth with the naval memorial and the museum submarine U 995.

• Friedrichsort lighthouse

  Lighthouse at the narrowest point of the fjord, where it opens towards the sea.

• Schilksee

  Olympic sailing harbour on the fjord's western shore.

• Holtenau

  Entrance to the Kiel Canal, where big ships pass through the locks.

Tip: The fjord carries large ferries and ships heading for the Kiel Canal locks at Holtenau, so keep out of their way and keep a good lookout.

Kiel at a glance

When to go boating in Kiel

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Boat rental in Kiel: questions and answers