Timmendorfer Strand Travel Guide

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Timmendorfer Strand
Timmendorfer Strand
Timmendorfer Strand showing a garden as well as a small group of people
Timmendorfer Strand which includes a beach and general coastal views
SEA LIFE Timmendorfer Strand featuring interior views and marine life as well as a small group of people

Fill your lungs with fresh sea air and experience this rejuvenating resort on the Baltic Coast, where gentle bay waters lap at a wide, sandy shoreline.

Timmendorfer Strand and its easterly neighbour Niendorf make up the southerly stretch of the Bay of Luebeck on Germany’s Baltic Coast. With a long stretch of sandy beach, a chic marina and a wide range of exciting activities for families to enjoy, Timmendorfer Strand is a fantastic coastal getaway in northeastern Germany.

Sunny summer days are a breeze in Timmendorfer Strand. Check out the town’s namesake Timmendorf Beach and see what’s happening. Go for a walk along the water’s edge or find a pleasant spot to lay down your towel and relax. You can also rent a strandkorb, or covered beach chair, for protection against the sun and wind.

Swim in the sheltered water of the bay or try your luck at popular local beach sports, such as volleyball or windsurfing. The SportStrand-Klub can fit you out with all the equipment you need for fun in the sun. Panoramic views of the Baltic Sea are best enjoyed from the pretty timber Timmendorf Pier at the heart of the beach.

Unlike some other beaches in the region, Timmendorfer Strand’s waterfront is bordered by trees. Wander in the shade or grab your bike and ride through the dappled sunlight. Find out what events are on at Strand-Arena. You might see an exhilarating round of beach volleyball or a live music concert.

Find out about the marine creatures that live in the Baltic Sea by visiting SEA LIFE Timmendorfer Strand. This family-friendly aquarium presents the chance to see sharks, fish and rays up close. If you feel like getting a bite to eat, choose from the cafés and restaurants that surround Kurpark on the nearby foreshore. Alternatively, get some takeout and enjoy a beach picnic. Further east, Hafen Niendorf has a pretty marina and collection of restaurants serving fresh seafood dishes.

Timmendorfer Strand’s main railway station is a 20-minute walk from the foreshore. The town can also be easily accessed by car from the regional centre of Luebeck. Rent a holiday house or book a room in a waterfront hotel to experience having Timmendorfer Strand’s beautiful beach on your doorstep.

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PLAZA Premium Timmendorfer Strand

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An der Waldkapelle 26 Timmendorfer Strand SH
The price is AU$197 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$197
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Timmendorfer Strand. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Everything was fantastic

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

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Hotel Yachtclub

Hotel Yachtclub

4 out of 5
Strandstrasse 94 Timmendorfer Strand SH
Stay at this spa hotel in Timmendorfer Strand. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (651 reviews)
Excellent stay in renovated hotel in Niendorf
Welcoming stay at a renovated hotel. Friendly staff and large newly appointed room with balcony and sea view across the street. Very close to Niendorf harbour. Overall excellent stay and would certainly come again.

Reviewed on 4 July 2024

Hotel Yachtclub
Maritim Seehotel Timmendorfer Strand

Maritim Seehotel Timmendorfer Strand

Strandallee 73 Timmendorfer Strand SH
The price is AU$217 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$217
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Timmendorfer Strand. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (672 reviews)
The room was nice - but situated near the elevators which created noise all night.

Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Maritim Seehotel Timmendorfer Strand
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Comfortable apartment with pool and sauna 200m from the beach

Comfortable apartment with pool and sauna 200m from the beach

Timmendorfer Strand
Stay at this apartment in Timmendorfer Strand. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a sauna. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
Gastgeber war sehr freundlich.Die Ausstattung war absolut ausreichend alles vorhanden.Gerne wieder!

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Comfortable apartment with pool and sauna 200m from the beach
Apartment located directly on the beach promenade, in the 1st row to the beach.

Apartment located directly on the beach promenade, in the 1st row to the beach.

Timmendorfer Strand Schleswig-Holstein
Stay at this apartment in Timmendorfer Strand. Enjoy a sauna, tennis courts and balconies. Popular attractions Travemuende Ferry Port and Niendorf Bird Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (128 reviews)
Es war alles super

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Apartment located directly on the beach promenade, in the 1st row to the beach.
Family-friendly holiday paradise 120m² modern equipment, close to the beach (500m)

Family-friendly holiday paradise 120m² modern equipment, close to the beach (500m)

timmendorfer strand ostholstein
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Timmendorfer Strand. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Travemuende Ferry Port ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Niendorf Ferienwohnung in bester Lage
Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt in der Ferienwohnung, es gab einiges an Spielzeug für unsere kleinen und auch den Wintergarten haben wir genossen. Die Lage der Wohnung war für uns super gelegen für alle Art von Ausflügen auch Lokale zum Essen sind einige in der Nähe.

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Family-friendly holiday paradise 120m² modern equipment, close to the beach (500m)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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