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Ribnitz-Damgarten

Ribnitz-Damgarten is located in the German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in the district of Vorpommern-Rügen, which lies on the shores of Lake Ribnitzer See.

It is a small town, situated in a beautiful spot with a great view over the Ribnitzer Lake, and the town hides a little gem of a museum called the 'Little Vineta Museum', which on its three floors has changing and interesting special exhibitions, as well as a permanent exhibition dealing with the history of the town.

Karl's adventure village

Go on a driving holiday to Germany and explore Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania at your own pace and visit Karls Erlebnis-Dorf, a cosy park full of fun activities for the whole family. The park is also a real farmer's park where a lot of regional products are produced. It is therefore also possible to get something delicious to eat. Fun, farming and animals are on the agenda and you are guaranteed a nice day together. Drive yourself to Rövershagen with Risskov on a real family holiday full of experiences.

Zingst

Zingst is a small town located on the Fischland-Darß-Zingst peninsula in northernmost Germany, separated from the mainland by the Barther Bodden lagoon. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside consisting mostly of forests and marshland, which has also paved the way for numerous cycling and walking routes. There is also a beautiful and unspoilt beach, good restaurants and a lovely atmosphere in the small town.

There are over 20 km of beach with beach chairs and a popular place for Germans to enjoy a holiday in the company of the sea and a good book.

Summer offers a wealth of colourful flowers and green foliage, and both spring and autumn offer an unparalleled natural experience: the many cranes migrating and resting in the marshes.

Zingst is also a bit of a cultural town, there are galleries, museums and several exhibitions, visit the town museum and the adjacent amber museum, or pay a visit to the local Experimentarium, remember the kids! The Max Hünten House hosts photography exhibitions as well as workshops, and if visitors want to know what's happening in town, this is the place to go.

There are plenty of restaurants to choose from, and freshly caught local seafood is often on the menu. End the day in one of the local pubs and catch up on the last gossip on the way back to the hotel.

Technology Museum Pütnitz

Hidden in a large forest is the large military facility, which was originally a seaplane airfield and built by the German Værnemark. The facility houses a rather special museum with literally everything that can be scraped together from Eastern European and Russian means of transport. The interesting and old hangars that stand in slight but graceful decay.

There's also an annual festival where thousands of enthusiasts visit the site, turning it into a huge market selling old GDR luminaries, a veritable mecca for kitche.

Marlow Bird Park

If you are interested in birds, you should visit this bird park with a twist in Marlow. The twist is that in addition to interesting bird species such as flamingos, kingfishers, parrots and penguins, the park also features other animals such as monkeys, lemurs, kangaroos and prairie dogs. In addition, there are daily falconry and flying shows where you can see the large and impressive birds of prey spreading their wings.

Christmas market in Rostock

Open 24th November . 22nd December - Mon - Thur 10.00 - 20.00, Fri - Sat 10.00 - 21.00, Sun 11.00 - 20.00 - You can visit the Christmas market's own website with current information

Northern Germany's biggest Christmas market is in Rostock, where 300 stalls are set up each year on the Neuer Markt in the heart of the city's historic centre. Stretching from Neuer Markt to Kröpeliner Tor and the city's harbour, the market is packed with live music and activities for children and adults. Each year Santa arrives by sleigh, ship or bus, and on weekends fairytales are performed on a stage in the middle of the market, while adults can enjoy archery and axe-throwing. The Christmas market is divided up so that the main square at Neuer Markt is filled with entertainment, singing, activities, carnival and rides, while stalls are located along the city's cosy network of pedestrian streets all the way down to the harbour.

Browse the many stalls offering delicious traditional Christmas treats, with roasted almonds, mulled wine and lots of local specialities. Local delights include smoked sausage, fish and Schmalzkuchen. The market is one of the most traditional and magical Christmas markets in all of Northern Europe and is particularly popular with Scandinavian visitors.

It's easy and convenient to combine your Christmas market visit with more traditional shopping in the beautiful Hanseatic city. The stalls are set up close to the city's pedestrian streets with plenty of shops, restaurants and cafés where you can find lots of great food and Christmas shopping opportunities. You also have easy access to Rostock's many exciting sights to visit while you're in town. For example, visit the landmark, the beautiful St Peter's Church with its 117-metre spire, or Northern Europe's oldest university dating back to 1419.

Take the whole family on a cheap car holiday to Rostock this Christmas and enjoy one of Risskov's many offers. With many different hotels both in and on the outskirts of Rostock, you have every opportunity to find the perfect stay for your wishes and needs.

Barth

Discover northern Germany on a budget holiday and stop by Barth, located on the south coast of the bay of Barther Bodden, which in turn is connected to the Baltic Sea. The town has had a somewhat tumultuous existence. During the 30 Years War, the town had several different rulers, but after the Westphalian Peace, Barth fell to Sweden and remained Swedish until 1815, when it fell to Prussia.

The city belonged to the old East Germany, but since the fall of the Wall it has developed into a small, cosy town with good restaurants and cafés. Take a stroll along the harbour promenade and enjoy the fresh sea breeze from the Baltic Sea. Try a cheap mini break and explore the charming town. A holiday in your own car is a great way to discover and explore the surrounding area. Find a cheap hotel stay at Risskov and take the kids along.

Rostock

Rostock is a charming medieval town and today a vibrant university city. Rostock's waterfront location provides plenty of light and air, and ultimately life. In addition, Rostock has a charming city centre with a large, long promenade offering plenty of shopping opportunities. This is framed by two city gates. When you visit Rostock, look out for the old buildings and, of course, visit the lively harbour. Also take an afternoon to head out to the outer port of Warnemünde, where you'll find some fantastic beaches.

Rostock Zoo

Discover Rostock Zoo, founded in 1899. Here you'll find one of Germany's largest zoos with 4,500 animals in 320 species. The park is 6 hectares and offers plenty of space for the animals. Among the animals you can experience: polar bears, lions, gorillas and many more!

Warnemünde

Warnemünde is much more than just a ferry port, and the small port town has developed over time into a gem of a seaside resort and spa with around 6,700 inhabitants, located in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

It's hard not to spot the big lighthouse, built back in 1897 and still fully operational, though mostly for tourists. Those who venture up the 37-metre tower are rewarded with a wonderful view of the Baltic Sea and northern Rostock. Enjoy a stroll along the cobbled streets and alleys, where the many hollyhocks adorn the facades of the well-kept fishermen's houses. Warnemünde is a bit like Skagen, but with German charm. There is a good atmosphere in the town, good restaurants and cafés and small and nice shops.

It is important to try a "Fischbrötchen", which is the speciality of the town but eaten throughout the area and comes in a myriad of variations. It's a small round with fish, like Matjes with some onions or smoked eel or maybe some smoked herring and it just tastes good. The secret is that it is always freshly caught fish and therefore has a fuller flavour with the lovely bread and a beer or soft drink to wash down the delights. Head down to Alter Strom, where there are great opportunities to try this particular speciality while enjoying the beautiful harbour and the many fish boats.