How to spend top weekend in Kiel - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites

Climb the Tower of the Naval Memorial

If you like historical sites, then visit the naval memorial. It is located in Laboe. You will have to travel 30 kilometers from Kiel to do this. You will walk through two rooms after you reach the museum. There is an old book with the names of the dead in one of them. Carved vessels hang on the walls. The second room is decorated with flags and symbols of sunken ships. You will also have the opportunity to get to the observation deck of the tower. It has a height of 72 meters. You will make the ascent using a staircase consisting of 341 steps. You can also go up to the observation deck using one of the 2 elevators. You will admire the coast of the Baltic Sea is standing here.

Climb to the Observation Deck of the City Hall

You should pay attention to the city hall during your vacation in Kiel. It is located at the address Fleethörn 9 near the Church of Saint Nicholas. Its beautiful facade faces the Baltic Sea. The height of the city hall exceeds 100 meters. It is open to the public from 7:30 to 16:00 on Monday and Tuesday. You can visit it from 7:30 to 18:00 on Wednesday and Thursday. The city hall receives visitors from 7:00 to noon on Friday.

You will not have to pay for entry on any day. You will use an unusual elevator inside the building. It is made of wood. The elevator has no doors. You will enter it directly while moving. You will reach the observation platform. It is located at an altitude of 67 meters. You will see the famous places of the city, mountain peaks, the Baltic Sea, and the Gulf of Kiel here. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Tour of the Lighthouses

There are 3 lighthouses in the vicinity of the city. Holtenau was built in 1895 on the Kiel Canal. Bulker Leuchtturm is installed on the coast of Kiel. Friedrichsort changes color every 4 seconds. You can visit them to climb to the observation decks. If you come here in good weather, you will have a great view of the Baltic Sea.

Feed Seals and Fur Seal at Aquarium Kiel

An interesting aquarium is located near the old Botanical Garden in the center of Kiel. It is called Aquarium Kiel. You will get acquainted with the amazing inhabitants of 2 seas: the Baltic and the North. You will see herring, shimmering with different shades. They change their trajectory all the time. But their shoal has a constant shape and size.

You will look at them and you will start to think that the fish are dancing. You will also get the opportunity to watch seals and fur seals here. They swim in the outdoor pool. You can even feed them. Feeding occurs twice a day: at 10:00 and at 14:30. However, don't forget that if you come here in winter, it will be cold near the outdoor pool.

Active Recreation on the Sea Front

You should visit the Kiel Canal. Its length is 98 kilometers. You can ride a rented bicycle or walk along the special paths of the delightful promenade. You will see how ocean liners enter the gateway. You can also go to the cafe. There is a viewing platform there. You will enjoy the view of the most beautiful places on the channel.

But if you like to enjoy the sea view and see the city sights from the water, then rent a motorboat or yacht in the port. You will travel along the Baltic Sea coast or along the Kola Bay. You will see the Kiel from the new side and go fishing. You can also take a water walk on a rare steamship. It lasts for 8 hours.

Water Sports in Kiel

There are several beaches in the city. You will not only swim and sunbathe but also choose one of the outdoor activities there. You can go surfing, yachting, and diving. If you want to do water sports, you can also go to one of the lakes located in the vicinity of Kiel. For example, there is a beach on Grosser-Outdoor-Ze. All conditions for sailing, riding a boat or Jet Ski, as well as fishing are created there.