Landmark
Port of Kiel
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The Port of Kiel is one of Germany's busiest Baltic Sea ports, serving as a hub for ferry connections to Norway, Sweden, Finland, and the Baltics. The waterfront area offers beautiful views of the harbor, with ships coming and going, and a lively promenade lined with cafes and restaurants. Visitors can watch ferries depart, stroll along the Kiellinie (a popular walking path), or take a harbor tour. The port also hosts the annual Kiel Week sailing event, one of the world's largest. It's a dynamic place that combines maritime industry with leisure.
Don't miss
- Watching ferries depart for Scandinavia
- Strolling the Kiellinie waterfront promenade
- Harbor boat tours offering different perspectives
- Cafes and restaurants with sea views
- Kiel Week sailing festival (summer)
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Port of Kiel
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inLübeck Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour4.2★ · 33 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$7 per personSee dates →
Best full dayAll-in-One: Beautiful Lübeck: Shore Excursion from Kiel Port4.5★ · 59 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$103 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleKiel Self-Guided Audio Tour: Explore this Historic Port4.8★ · 24 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$7 per personSee dates →More attractions in Kiel