Rendsburg
Watch the huge liners glide past on the Kiel Canal, stroll through Rendsburg’s Old Town or discover the sights of the town along the “blue line”. Rendsburg waits for you with its wide range of offers, and thanks to its location in the heart of Schleswig-Holstein, it’s the ideal starting point for tourism activities.
02.09.2023 (annually)
Thousands of people make a pilgrimage to the banks of the NOK during Schleswig-Holstein’s largest festival of lights, bathing in a romantic light filled with illuminants.
Spring-Autumn
The tour guides will take you 40m above the NOK and, with an incomparable view over the city, they will introduce you to the history and technical details of this high bridge.
All year round
As one of eight active suspension ferries in the world, this means of transport has been suspended under the railway bridge since 1913, and transports pedestrians, cyclists and cars across the NOK.
All year round
The ship welcoming system under the high bridge at the district harbour welcomes the larger vessels with their name and the national anthem of their country of origin.
All year round
The “Freya” paddle steamer shows its passengers the NOK from the water’s side, bringing them a little closer to the bigger boats.
All year round
Since 1965, pedestrians and cyclists have been able to cross the canal through the pedestrian tunnel 27m below the water level by means of the longest escalators constructed at that time.
All year round
In Rendsburg, culinary pleasure is possible with a view of both the bigger vessels in the NOK and the sailors at Obereiderhafen.
What would Rendsburg be without the canal? Thanks to the canal, the former Danish fortress became an important inland seaport, and to this, it owes its imposing landmark: the railway bridge two-and-a-half kilometres in length, with the world-famous transporter bridge (currently out of service). By the way, it also hosts the longest and toughest rowing regatta in the world, attracting the world’s top eights to the canal every year.
The townscape of Rendsburg is dominated by the harmonious coexistence of modernity and nostalgia, by lovingly restored buildings and diverse shopping facilities. A ‘blue line’ leads from one sight to another. The diverse museums on offer and the lively cultural scene have an impact far into the region.
Located in the middle of the state, the town is an ideal starting point for tourist activities. Cycling on Ochsenweg and the Kiel Canal, rides in horse-drawn carriages to historic manors, boat trips along the canal and the Eider – it’s all possible.
Cities close to the water
Whether on the sea coasts or in the midst of lush lake landscapes, whether on the Kiel Canal (Nord-Ostsee-Kanal), along winding canals or clear rivers: Schleswig-Holstein's vacation bliss is reflected in the water's surface in the most beautiful colors of the respective season. While spring lets the cities blossom, the bathing season pampers with a fresh summer breeze. Autumn invigorates life and the countryside with a tailwind, while winter makes the Kluntje clink in the tea glass. Every season in the far north has its own special charm.
The railway bridge is the emblem of the town of Rendsburg and a must for tourists. Admire the view over the Kiel Canal from a height of 40 metres.
The Old Town Hall at the medieval heart of Rendsburg’s Old Town is a real eye-catcher with its characteristic stepped gables. A guided tour of the interior of the town hall is also worthwhile.
Parade Square in Rendsburg is the former centre of the fortress of Rendsburg, and it was the scene of important events in Schleswig-Holstein history.
The longest bench in the world is to be found in Rendsburg on the banks of the Kiel Canal. At a length of 575.75 m, it offers a front-row seat of the world’s busiest shipping route.
