This surprisingly summery April weather doesn’t just put us in a good mood; it also makes us want to travel and be by the sea. If you’re feeling the same way, then check out these seven campsites on Germany’s sunniest island, Fehmarn. A camping holiday on the Baltic is just what the doctor ordered!
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Given its location on the peninsula between the Burger Binnensee (the popular surfing area) and the open Baltic Sea, water sports enthusiasts will feel right at home here. But they certainly aren’t the only ones: On this camping.info award-winning campsite, kids will love the entertainment programme, and who wouldn't enjoy looking out over the water while indulging in some maritime cuisine and cool drinks at the newly renovated Restaurant Seeblick? For a camping experience unlike any other, spend a night in a Schlafstrandkorb, a type of beach chair designed for overnight stays: You’ll fall asleep to the sound of the waves and wake up to a lovely seaside sunrise!
Surrounded by fields and away from the main roads, this family-friendly site has loads of flair. From here, you can explore the eastern part of the island, with its steep coast and the Leuchtturm Staberhuk lighthouse. Let colourful kites soar to great heights, or look out over the site and the sea as you relax in the sauna. There’s an exciting entertainment programme for children, and the whole family will love the beach bonfire. If you can’t get enough of the sea, you can swim to your heart’s content at the campsite’s beach.
“Camping is all the happiness of summer combined”: That’s the motto of the family that owns and operates Camping Südstrand. Right by the sea and surrounded by fields, this campsite on the south side of the island truly focuses on spending quality time with one another. Here, you’ll find a natural playground, spaces for sports and relaxation, a pasture pavilion for events and workshops, a high ropes course and even a diving school. Head down to the long, sandy beach to enjoy the clear waters of the Baltic Sea together.
Located right on the Orther Reede, a shallow area that's popular with all sorts of water sports enthusiasts, this site is known for its friendly and laid-back atmosphere. The little ones will especially enjoy the lively entertainment program, which runs from April to October. Plus, campers of all ages will certainly keep busy with the variety of sports and activities on offer. If you’re looking to relax, why not go to the sauna or indulge in a cosmetic treatment or massage? Or you could always soak up the sun, feel the sand between your toes and listen to the sounds of the sea.
Horse lovers of all ages will find what they’re looking for at this camping.info award-winning campsite — and that comes straight from the horse’s mouth! After a few hours of training at the sites own riding school, even beginners can head out, dusk or dawn, to ride across meadows and fields, along the beach and in the sea. For those of you that prefer riding the waves, the water sports station has all the equipment necessary for any activity in and on the water. If you want to stay on dry land, there are countless sport and fitness courses available. And after all that action, why not relax and unwind at the beach sauna with a restorative treatment or by going for a walk on the natural beach?
This campsite on the southern part of the island has over 500 pitches, but despite its impressive size, every guest can relax and find a quiet spot here. In fact, all tourist pitches are located right near the shore, so you’ll be on the natural sandy beach in no time. There's also a diverse and exciting entertainment programme: Kids will form friendships and make lasting memories as they work on colourful arts and crafts, play beachside games, go on night walks and more. And what better way to enjoy the sunset than by relaxing on the beach with a cool drink from the Beach Bar.
On the north-western tip of the island, you can camp in a nature reserve between the Nördlicher Binnensee lake and the blue Baltic Sea. Only a small levee separates 260 comfortable pitches from the sea. After bouncing around on the jumping pillow or playing around on the playground or sports pitches, why not treat yourselves to an ice cream sundae at the Bella Italia café and restaurant? As you sit on the sunny terrace, you’ll take in the surrounding natural beauty and the view of the lake. Of course, fans of water sports will also find what they’re looking for here, as there are opportunities to go surfing, kitesurfing or kayaking, and sunbathers won’t be the only ones who will love the site’s gorgeous natural beach and the 2,200+ hours of sun the island sees every year!
