Big boats

What you can expect:

A true masterpiece of engineering and a symbol of German unity and strength - the Kiel Canal, initiated and built by Kaiser Wilhelm I in 1887. Almost 100 kilometers long, it crosses the country and connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea, one of the busiest artificial waterways in the world.

A must for ship lovers and "shipspotters" is the high railroad bridge, from which you can marvel at the passing cargo ships and luxury liners. The welcoming area greets the ships with the flags and anthems of their home countries. But it's not just the ships that are worth seeing, the more than 100-year-old railroad bridge itself also impresses with its architecture. Another highlight is the trip across the canal on the floating ferry and the breathtaking view from the platform at a height of 42 meters.

Art lovers can visit the "Der Lokschuppen" gallery by sculptor Berthold Grzywarz, while anglers can relax on the banks of the canal.

Experience the fascination of the Kiel Canal during your stay at the Seehotel Töpferhaus and discover this impressive structure and its surroundings.

Destination: Rendsburg railroad bridge

Distance: approx. 14 km

Suitable for bad weather: the "Brückenterrassen" café is the perfect place to watch the hustle and bustle on the Kiel Canal while enjoying dry marzipan cake

Children: lots to experience - but even the biggest boats can get boring for the little ones in the long run...

Dog: farm roads along the canal offer almost 100 km of exercise - on both banks...

Nature/culture/sport: There is strength in tranquillity - even when watching ships at close range

Duration: Depending on your mood and muscle strength

Getting around: Travel on two or four wheels

Local's tip: Walk under the canal? The pedestrian tunnel less than 1.2 km away makes it possible - be sure to take the escalators for the ride to a depth of 28 meters!

Tour combination: True shipspotters can't get enough of ships - there's only time for a short detour to Rendsburg