Germany Cruise
Berlin (Warnemunde), Germany
Enjoy the soft sun on some of Germany’s finest beaches, home to pristine white sands stretching up to 15 km along the blue waters of the Baltic Sea. Relax on one of the large western beaches or in one of the many striped beach chairs with canopies, or explore the quieter pre-beach areas with high dunes. Whether you're starting your journey with a Hamburg Cruise or embarking on a European cruise from Berlin, you can admire the waves near the historic 1800s Warnemünde Lighthouse. Then, venture to Alte Ström, where you can experience local life, buy fresh fish directly from the fishermen, and taste the catch in a peaceful village setting. Sample freshly caught seafood, enjoy local dishes, and soak up the atmosphere in a charming outdoor beer garden.
German
Currency AcceptedEuro (EUR)
Get Sandy
A dip in the Baltic Sea makes Warnemünde the perfect cruise port for sun-soaked afternoons on one of Europe's best European cruises. Sink your toes into the fine white sand of its expansive 3km beach—one of Germany's widest and cleanest with Blue Flag status—then relax in traditional canopied wicker beach chairs (Strandkörbe) while enjoying the promenade's lively scene, seafood stalls, and iconic lighthouse views.
Lighthouse Climb
Capture the ultimate panorama of Warnemünde's beach, colorful fishing boats, and the Baltic Sea from the iconic Warnemünde Lighthouse, standing 37 meters tall since 1898 with its distinctive white glazed bricks and two viewing galleries. Climb the 135-step granite spiral staircase to survey incoming cruise ships navigating the Warnow River estuary, spotting distant vessels against the endless horizon—a perfect vantage for the best European cruises docking nearby.
Seaside Stroll
Savor delicious fresh seafood at cruise-friendly restaurants lining Warnemünde's charming Alter Strom boulevard, where colorful old fishermen's houses create a picturesque backdrop amid fishing boats and lively harbor vibes. Stroll the cobblestone path to discover spots like Restaurant Am Strom offering plaice fillets and cod specials with river views, or grab bites from floating snack bars (Quay vendors) serving smoked fish straight from Baltic catches. This idyllic scene perfectly complements the best European cruises docking nearby.
LOCAL CUISINE
In Warnemünde, freshly caught seafood abounds, with the iconic Fischbrötchen—a delectable fried fish sandwich on crusty rolls—available everywhere from food trucks to floating snack bars and waterfront restaurants along Alter Strom. Choose from specialties like Heilbutt (halibut), Makrele (mackerel), Butterfisch, Flunder (flounder), Bismarck herring, or Matjes herring, often topped with remoulade, onions, and pickles for authentic Baltic flavor. This quintessential German coastal treat perfectly complements the best European cruises docking here.
SHOPPING
Head to Warnemünde's charming Alter Strom canal for boutique shopping amid colorful old fishermen's houses converted into inviting stores selling souvenirs, local foods, trendy clothes, amber jewelry, and handmade crafts. Stroll the cobblestone promenade lined with market stalls offering maritime trinkets and regional specialties, then take a quick 20-minute tram or drive to nearby Rostock's Neuer Markt (Market Square) for designer fashion from local purveyors of handmade accessories, jewelry, and ceramics in atmospheric half-timbered buildings.
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