Schlossgut Gross Schwansee

Leonorenwald

Find a car holiday in Germany at Risskov and visit the stunning area of Leonorenwald. Enjoy an active holiday where there is also the possibility to have a guided hike. Also nearby are two protected nature areas; the beautiful coastal landscape between Priwall and Barendorf, along the Harkenbäkniederung and Brooker Wald - a 51-hectare forest area, located directly on the Baltic Sea. Germany offers great opportunities for a self-drive holiday and the cheapest hotels or a weekend break in the area can be found at Risskov. Drive away on a family holiday and enjoy doing it at your own pace.

Tigerpark Dassow

This family-owned adventure and tiger park houses one of Europe's largest tiger and lion enclosures. The park opened in 2003 and has since grown to a 5-hectare area where, in addition to the many different species of tigers and lions, visitors can also see llamas, dromedaries and alpacas, among others.

Bothmer Castle

This impressive Baroque castle dates from the first half of the 18th century and is located just east of Leonorenwald in north-western Mecklenburg. The castle was built for Count Hans Caspar von Bothmer and is the largest Baroque castle in the whole of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. After an extensive renovation, between 2009 and 2015, the castle is today open to the public and houses a museum centred on the count's exciting life.

Travemünde

About 20 km from Lübeck city centre lies Travemünde - a former fishing village, situated right on the Baltic Sea. The place is stunningly beautiful and the big ships of the Baltic Sea pass very close by. Germany's oldest lighthouse, which today also houses a maritime museum, is located right at the mouth of the Baltic Sea. It is estimated that the original lighthouse was built as far back as the 14th century, but in 1534 it was attacked and destroyed by Danish troops. It has since been restored and today offers a magnificent view from 31 metres above sea level.

Boltenhagen

Take the family on a beach holiday to the beautiful coastal commune of Boltenhagen, which is known for its superb sandy beaches. Find a cheap self-drive holiday with Risskov and discover Boltenhagen, located right on the Baltic Sea in north-western Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and considered part of the "German Riviera". In addition to the fantastic bathing conditions, the protected nature area Tarnewitz Huk is also located at the very northeastern tip of Boltenhagen. The area is a 69-hectare peninsula with an extremely rich plant and animal life.

Niendorf

Timmendorfer Strand and Niendorf's surroundings are a paradise for those who like to stay outdoors in nature. Whether on horseback, by bike or on foot - the bright rape fields in spring and the golden wheat fields invite you to explore the great outdoors. On one of the excursion boats you can experience the sea right under your skin and find your own way of exploring nature. There's also a lot to discover in picturesque Niendorferhavn. Here you will find everything maritime that belongs to a holiday by the sea: Fishermen who come ashore with fresh fish early in the morning and later sell them as delicious smoked fish in their small stands and excursions with the White Fleet whereby Lübeck Bay presents itself from a whole new side.

Grevesmühlener Mühle

The town of Grevesmühlen takes its name from the craft of windmilling and today the 30-metre high old Dutch windmill from 1878 stands as the town's main landmark. The mill's location on a hill has ensured its preservation through the ages. Inside, there is a gallery and a glass-blowing workshop, where you can also find out more about the fascinating history of the town and the mill.

Lübeck

Go on a car holiday in Germany and find child-friendly hotels at Risskov. Take the whole family on a cheap self-drive holiday to the Hanseatic city of Lübeck. The city is one of the German Hanseatic cities located next to the Baltic Sea about 60 kilometres northeast of Hamburg. The city is located on the river Trave. The old part of the city is an island surrounded by the river and the canal connection. While the city also has a port city, Travemünde, which is located about 15 kilometers northeast of the old part of the city.

Spending time in the Old Town, surrounded by water and with its many churches and beautiful towers, is a must and a beautiful reflection of 1000 years of living history. The Old Town is rightly a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its many impressive buildings date from the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Classical periods. Find cheap hotels for the trip at Risskov and enjoy a self-drive holiday at your own pace with the family.

Wismar

Wismar is one of the old Hanseatic towns, and here you will find, in addition to the historic town centre, the old medieval harbour, which is largely intact. The town is characterised by many impressive merchants' houses, many of which have characteristic jagged gables facing the street.

See the old harbour, St. George and St. Mary's church. In 2002, the historic parts of Wismar were inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. In the centre of Wismar is the beautiful market square, which at 10,000 m2 is one of the largest in northern Germany. Adjacent to the square are a number of state buildings, including the town hall. The large and beautifully restored town hall cellar houses the exhibition "Bilder einer Stadt", which describes the development of the town over time.