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Germany·🌊 Coastal

Wismar is a picturesque Hanseatic city on the Baltic Sea with a uniquely UNESCO-recognized medieval cityscape. The expansive market square with its historic Wasserkunst fountain and well-preserved gabled houses rank among the most beautiful in northern Germany. The old harbor invites leisurely hours by the water with fish restaurants and boat tours.

What awaits you

BeachCity tripMuseumsWalkableBy the seaPet-friendly

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 22°C with 12h of sunshine per day.

Cooler winters (6°C). Best visited in July–August.

Max. temperature
5°
Jan
7°
Feb
9°
Mar
11°
Apr
17°
May
20°
Jun
21°
Jul
22°
Aug
19°
Sep
15°
Oct
8°
Nov
5°
Dec
Water temperature
4°
Jan
4°
Feb
5°
Mar
8°
Apr
12°
May
18°
Jun
19°
Jul
20°
Aug
18°
Sep
14°
Oct
10°
Nov
6°
Dec
Sunshine hours
3h
Jan
4h
Feb
7h
Mar
10h
Apr
12h
May
13h
Jun
12h
Jul
11h
Aug
9h
Sep
6h
Oct
3h
Nov
2h
Dec
Rain days
13d
Jan
14d
Feb
10d
Mar
13d
Apr
9d
May
10d
Jun
15d
Jul
11d
Aug
9d
Sep
14d
Oct
11d
Nov
16d
Dec

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Wismar as a Vacation Destination

Wismar is an excellent choice for beach holidays, city breaks. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 22°C.

The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Pets are welcome here — many accommodations and restaurants are pet-friendly. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
DE
Camping
Tent & caravan