
Winter in Schleswig-Holstein
The true north is multifaceted and a place for vacation and relaxation all year round. Especially in winter, you will find quiet places and tranquil spots on the coasts and in the heart of the country where the clocks seem to stand still.
An icy wind blows across the country. On the beaches of the North Sea and Baltic Sea, some travelers brave the cold and enjoy a long walk. There is no sign of the summer hustle and bustle that prevails on the beaches in the warmer months. It's best not to forget your bobble hat and scarf when stormy gusts of wind really blow you through. Nature is also in deep hibernation in the heart of Schleswig-Holstein. Hoarfrost envelops the landscape in the true north in countless tiny ice crystals and offers a glittering natural spectacle.

Wintertime in the true north
The sun rises slowly and makes its way through the small slit between the curtains of your hotel room. You draw the curtains and quickly scurry back under the warm blanket. Now you can enjoy the view of the sea. Despite the icy fog, you spot a few seagulls on the horizon, making their rounds over the water. Everything is still quiet where holidaymakers from near and far flock in high season. No one is out and about on the dyke at this time of day either. You are relaxed and rested and simply let the day take its course. You are not thinking about your everyday life today.

Winter on Schleswig-Holstein's coasts
The vast land lies in diffuse light. Fog. Infinity. Solitude. Wonderful peace. The wind tosses the waves wildly onto the beach. Rough, honest nature. The icy cold is a real soul warmer. The snow mixes with the sand of the dunes. The beach is lonely and deserted, not a soul in sight. Relaxation to breathe in. But now quickly: hat on, boots on, experience the slippery weather. Later: open the café door, light the fireplace and experience the cozy atmosphere. This unique fascination with contrasts is pure bliss on Schleswig-Holstein's coasts. The colder the north, the warmer it is inside us afterwards.






Tips for your winter break
- The beaches on the North Sea and Baltic Sea are manageable at this time of year. Take a walk along the water's edge and feel the salt on your lips.
- For those who prefer shopping tour or sightseeing, you should visit the shopping centers, small shopping arcades with their individual stores and the museums in the cities Schleswig-Holstein should pay a visit.
- Use your time out in the true north to get a good night's sleep. Open the curtains - perhaps you will be able to sleep in your special accommodation even see the sea from your bed.
- Wintertime is digital detox time. Leave your smartphone at home today and enjoy the peace and quiet and the fantastic view that lies before you.
- Whether in the hotel's fireplace room or in the cosy vacation apartment right by the sea: relax with a hot cup of your favorite drink in front of the fireplace and let your gaze wander over the horizon.
- Let yourself be pampered with a wellness day! Treat yourself to an extensive massage, a delicious breakfast buffet or spend a day at the spa. You've earned it!
- If you want to brave cold temperatures and wild waves, you can enjoy the surf spots on the North Sea and Baltic Sea with kitesurfing or windsurfing show off your skills.
- Go in search of the gold of the sea! Strong winds wash many amber stones onto the coasts, especially at this time of year. For example in St. Peter Ording on the North Sea or in Grömitz on the Baltic Sea.
- After a long walk, enjoy a little refreshment in the warmth and try regional specialties. How about a typical North Frisian "Tote Tante", which smells of rum and hot chocolate?