Vacation in Schleswig-Holstein

High up in the north of Germany, on the border with Denmark, lies the self-proclaimed "most beautiful federal state in the world": Schleswig-Holstein, bordered by the rough North Sea on one side and the gentler Baltic Sea on the other. The green land between the coasts is flat and fertile. The wind blows everywhere and always, sometimes just a little bit, a mild breeze, sometimes a fresh gust and often a full-blown storm. The wind ensures that it never gets too warm and is ideal for taking a deep breath and clearing your head. The mild climate invites you to get active outdoors: Whether kiting, surfing, stand-up paddling or cycling - Schleswig-Holstein is the perfect place for an action-packed vacation at any time of year. The perfect balance can be found in relaxation and wellness, forest bathing and hiking in the green wilderness of the inland region between the coasts.

If you are looking for intellectual input, we recommend a visit to our historic castles, the old Viking trading center of Haithabu or the Lübeck Hanseatic Museum, where the history of the country comes to life. The large and small towns on the coast and inland also impress with their maritime flair and unusual shopping opportunities in craft stores and traditional manufactories. World-class cultural events and colorful festivals and celebrations offer the opportunity to get to know the country and its people. Of course, this also includes sampling regional food and drink: Because even though Schleswig-Holstein is a comparatively small federal state, the production of high-quality and fairly produced food is a top priority. Schleswig-Holstein is a down-to-earth, approachable and eventful vacation destination that offers the right mix for young people and best agers, for families and friends, for couples and individualists.