The anticipation of the first rays of spring sunshine, along with the experiences and discoveries nature has to offer, makes you want to hop on your bike. With the arrival of spring, the biking season begins again. We’ve put together three one-day bike tours for you that will get you in the mood for vacation, sunshine, the Baltic Sea, and Bades Huk!
1. Boltenhagen & Klütz, featuring Bothmer Castle
Just about 15 km from Bades Huk lies the small Baltic Sea town of Boltenhagen, which makes for a perfect destination for a day trip by bike. Best of all: parts of the route take you right along the water.
On the way, it’s worth taking a detour toward “Weisse Wiek.” The marina on the Wohlenberger Wiek, which is part of the Tarnewitz district, offers a lovely spot to take a break with its restaurants. Treat yourself to a fish sandwich at the Fischereihof Kamerun or a coffee on the terrace of the “FineArt” restaurant, enjoy the fantastic view of the harbor, and watch the yachts, both big and small.
The Boltenhagen pier is the next highlight on the itinerary. From here, you’ll have a wonderful view of the endless expanse of the Baltic Sea and can even spot the island of Poel. Take a short walk along the beach, dip your feet in the cool water, or simply enjoy the soft Baltic Sea sand between your toes. All around it, Boltenhagen offers a variety of restaurants along the promenade, with options ranging from seafood to German cuisine to Italian dishes, as well as cafés and small shops for a leisurely stroll.
If you’d like to explore even more, you can stop by the Klützer Winkel on your way home. The town of Klütz is just 3 kilometers from Boltenhagen and is considered the center of the Klützer Winkel. In addition to its historic town center and the newly redesigned market square, this small town offers other attractions, such as the Klützer Mühle, with a three-story restaurant and a panoramic view of the region, or the Literaturhaus „Uwe Johnson“, which serves as a memorial, an exhibition space, and the venue for the “Klützer Literature Summer.”
But that's not all—just outside the town of Klütz lies the Schloss Bothmer, one of the largest Baroque palace complexes in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The palace was built in the 18th century and offers visitors not only a museum but also a café and restaurant with a great view of the palace gardens.
You can find a detailed route with additional information hier.
2. Wismar
Another destination easily accessible by bike from Bades Huk is the Hanseatic city of Wismar. The route through the small village of Zierow is easy to ride, and you’ll catch glimpses of Wismar Bay along the way.
Once you arrive in Wismar, there are several options. Especially in the spring and summer, the best way to explore the Old Town is on foot—simply wander around and admire the many Brick Gothic buildings, which have been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for the past 20 years. History buffs will find fascinating facts about the Hanseatic city at the City History Museum in the Schabbellhaus.
As you stroll through the charming alleys, you’ll discover many unique cafés, restaurants, and small shops. Another spot you might stumble upon—or seek out on purpose—is the Schweinsbrücke. The bridge likely gets its name from the Middle Ages, when pigs were herded from the Anger across this bridge into the city or to the market. Four pigs, which can be found on the bridge piers, still serve as a reminder of this today. By the way, touching their bellies is said to bring good luck.
A delicious, homemade cake—available at the café of the same name, “Glücklich,” right by the Schweinsbrücke—can also make you happy. If you’re looking for something savory instead, you’ll find hier More dining recommendations for Wismar.
Before heading back to Bades Huk, it’s worth taking a quick detour to the old harbor. It’s a wonderful place to take in the hustle and bustle: large cruise ships just docking, passenger boats setting out on sightseeing trips, and local fishermen selling their freshly caught fish right off their boats. With some fresh fish for dinner, we then head back to Bades Huk.
You can find a route map hier.
3. Insel Poel
If you'd like to drive a little longer or farther, we recommend a trip to the island of Poel. Start by heading toward Wismar, and from there, continue around Wismar Bay straight to the island.
It’s worth stopping on the island of Poel as soon as you arrive, because from here you have a breathtaking view across the meadows and the sea to the Hanseatic city of Wismar with its large shipyard.
There are several routes for cycling around the island of Poel—but no matter which one you take, you can easily complete a full loop in half a day. This tour takes us on to Kirchdorf. The town’s harbor is the perfect spot for a break. Our tip: Pick up a fish sandwich from one of the small fishing boats and then enjoy it at a leisurely pace on the grounds of the island church, a little away from the hustle and bustle of the harbor. From there, you’ll have a wonderful view of the boats in the harbor and the bay.
The next stop is Timmendorf Strand. Surrounded by nature and passing by meadows and fields, the Timmendorf lighthouse comes into view after just a few kilometers. The 21-meter-high tower began operating in 1871 and still guides all sailors safely into the harbor of the Hanseatic city of Wismar today. The town also boasts beautiful thatched-roof houses, several restaurants and cafés, a steep coastline, and a fine-sand Baltic Sea beach perfect for swimming and relaxing. So there’s something for everyone here after a long bike ride.
For details on the route from Bades Huk to Timmendorf, see hier.
You can discover many more varied tours along the Mecklenburg Baltic Sea coast here: https://www.ostseeferien.de/aktivitaeten/aktiv-in-der-natur/radfahren/
