Kiel

Kiel, capital of Schleswig-Holstein on the Kiel Fjord, combines city-centre berths with the Olympic harbour at Schilksee (1972 venue) near the sea entrance and the Holtenau locks of the Kiel Canal—prime day-sailing water and home to Kieler Woche.

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About Kiel

Kiel sits at the head of the fjord, bridging sheltered inner waters and quick access to the open Baltic. City berths line the Kiellinie promenade, with the historic core, provisioning and yards within walking distance; the buoyed fairway makes short day hops straightforward.

At the seaward end lies the Olympic Centre at Schilksee—today a major regatta base—while the fjord as a whole pulses with Kieler Woche in summer. Near the Holtenau locks the fairway is busy with ferries and commercial traffic, so channel crossings are planned with care.

The inner fjord is calmer than the open bight, suiting training runs and family cruising; outward routes fan along the rim of the Mecklenburg Bight. Tidal range is small; water levels and sea state are driven more by wind setup and surges. Shore logistics are easy: public transport and fjord ferries knit the marina clusters together.

Local Marinas

Kiel in Germany offers 8 marinas, each with unique facilities and services for visiting yachts. To help you choose the best spot, we've sorted the marinas by skipper ratings, ensuring you see the top-rated options first. Whether you need a centrally located marina with easy access to the city or a quieter place with full-service facilities, you'll find the right option below.