Camping in Rerik: cliffs, sandy beach & Baltic Sea – 5 + 1 insider tip

Camping in Rerik – sun, sea and northern Germany, Rerik offers it all.
You can easily reach the peninsula with a car and sleeping accommodation, such as a roof tent or tent trailer.
The Baltic Sea invites you to enjoy an extensive camping vacation.
In addition to islands such as Usedom, Fehmarn and Rügen, there are also many popular places on the mainland coast, such as Kühlungsborn and Prerow.
The Baltic seaside resort of Rerik is also one of them.
There you will find a sandy beach, cliffs and a kind of saltwater lake, the Salzhaff.
Whether you’re looking for relaxation or action, here are five tips for your camping vacation on the peninsula in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Rerik: Holidays in the Baltic seaside resort with the family

Rerik is located directly on the German coast, so you can enjoy a beach vacation on the Baltic Sea.
The headland on which the town is located is characterized by a rather flat landscape, which is popular for cycling tours with the whole family.
In addition to the flat landscape, Rerik also has steep cliffs.
The vertical cliffs are a popular destination for hikes right by the sea.
A special feature of Rerik is the Salzhaff.
This is a kind of lake right on the coast, but it also contains salt water due to flooding from the ocean.
The surrounding meadows, known as salt marshes, are home to unique flora and fauna.

That’s what makes a vacation in Rerik so special:

  • Beach, swimming in the Baltic Sea & fresh sea air near the coast
  • Predominantly flat land, perfect for long bike tours
  • BUT: also adventurous cliffs, for walks
  • Nature reserves in the salt marshes for beautiful memories

Rerik Map: Directly on the blue sea

How to get to Rerik?
Rerik is located in the north-east of the federal state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in Germany.
From the west, take the A1 towards Hamburg.
From the east, take the A19 towards Rostock. Directly on the Baltic Sea – Rerik up close:

The facts: You should know this!

Rerik is located directly on the Baltic Sea.
In the village there are opportunities for shopping, eating and strolling through romantic alleyways, right next to the beach.
Around July you can also enjoy this in warm sunshine, with an average temperature of 22°C.
The connection to the sea and the Salzhaff, a kind of lake filled with salt water, make the town a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers.
The Salzhaff in particular has many unusual seabirds and plant species to offer.

  • Rerik is located directly on the Baltic Sea & its beaches
  • Temperate climate with warm summer days
  • Average temperature in summer: 22°C
  • Special feature: Lake with salt water & nature

Picturesque small town: Rerik from above

Bright blue sea as far as the eye can see.
Take a look at Rerik from above in this video.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Wg6WjJ9uQc

Beach & sea: 360° view from Rerik

Fancy a break on the beach?
Rerik has great sandy beaches for swimming.

Campers in Rerik: 5 tips + 1 insider tip

You must have seen these 5 + 1 places!
Now that you’ve gotten to know Rerik, here are five tips and a very special hiking trail for your vacation in Rerik.
You can use these to plan the first few days of your trip and always have enough to do with the beach, cliffs, Salzhaff and more.
If you would like to explore the area around the Baltic seaside resort after a few days, you will find advice for two other places here so that you can get more out of your vacation.
The six ideas are summarized briefly:

  1. Sandy beach – swimming at the Baltic Sea
  2. Steep coast – hikes by the sea
  3. Salzhaff – Nature & water sports
  4. Schmiedeberg – fantastic view
  5. megalithic tombs – hikes
  6. Hiking trail – with Devil’s Gorge

Beach: swimming, parking lot & dog beach

The beach in Rerik is predominantly a beautiful sandy beach.
It is directly adjacent to the village of Rerik.
It has restaurants, a local museum, shopping facilities, a bike rental service and campsites.
There are also parking facilities with access to the beach directly in the charming village.
This offers opportunities for many water sports, which are great fun for the whole family.
There is also a special dog beach for four-legged friends.
What awaits you on the beach in Rerik:

  • Sandy beach with parking spaces, water sports facilities & dog stall
  • Right on the beach: restaurants, local museum & bike hire
  • Camping by the sea: campsites are not far from the beach

The sun is reflected in the water as you run your feet through the soft sandy beach: This beach is also directly adjacent to the cliffs of Rerik.

Steep coast: nature, hiking & sea breeze

Rerik’s cliffs are one of the village’s natural spectacles.
A hiking trail right on the shore can be reached directly from the beach.
This leads directly along the cliffs and offers you an all-round view of the natural beauty of the rocks and the shimmering green and blue sea.
Above the cliffs is a forest that provides shade for your relaxing hike, even on warm days.
If you want to get an overview of the breathtaking view in advance, you can watch this video.
For these reasons, the cliffs of Rerik are well worth a visit:

  • Hiking trail on the shore
  • View: Rocks & sea
  • Shade from rocks & trees

Crystal-clear sea and bright sandy beach, here you can take a look at the cliffs of Rerik in advance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZGHpEL7NMo The cliffs adjoin the so-called Salzhaff, where further impressive natural phenomena await you or you can try out one of the many water sports.

Salzhaff: Between water sports and salt marshes

The Salzhaff is an inner lake.
It is a kind of lake without a direct connection to the sea, which is filled with salt water by occasional flooding.
This has resulted in a collection of salt marshes on the shore.
These offer unique flora and fauna.
This allows you to take relaxing walks through the unusual nature.
The water of the lagoon is also very calm and shallow.
It is therefore a popular place for water sports.
You’ve come to the right place for sailing and windsurfing!
The lagoon is easily accessible thanks to the direct connection to the beach via a headland.
In a nutshell – this is what awaits you at Salzhaff:

  • Inner lake waters (lake without direct connection to the sea – but salt water)
  • Location: Close to the beach = therefore: Unique nature, flora and fauna
  • Water sports for the whole family, such as sailing & windsurfing, but also hiking

Rerik’s salt lagoon looks like a saltwater lake: Above the lagoon, you can view the landscape from the historic Schmiedeberg.

Schmiedeberg: View far above Rerik

You can end the day by climbing the Schmiedeberg.
It offers a breathtaking view over the Salzhaff and the sandy beach, especially at sunset.
The ascent is also located directly on the Salzhaff.
On the wooden staircase to the viewpoint, you will also learn about the historical background of the Schmiedeberg.
It is a remnant of an old castle rampart.
A short hike – that’s what you can expect at the top of the Schmiedeberg:

  • Viewing platform on a small mountain
  • View over the salt lagoon & the sandy beach
  • Experience history: Remains of an old castle rampart

This is an example of the view: You might even be able to see as far as the megalithic tombs.

Megalithic tombs: hiking trail from stone to stone

Stonehenge was yesterday, here you have the “megalithic tombs” or megalithic tombs, which are also from the Stone Age.
These were probably religious sites consisting of stacked stone blocks.
There are eight in total, spread around Rerik.
A hiking trail connects the individual sites.
You can simply follow the signposts and enjoy a relaxing excursion in nature with a fresh sea breeze.
Guided tours are also available.
Stonehenge in Rerik – these are the advantages of visiting the megalithic tombs:

  • Stone formations from the Stone Age to discover & learn
  • Signposted hiking trail between eight different
  • Still a bit clueless?
    Book a guided tour of the tombs!

Stonehenge in miniature – these interesting formations await you at the megalithic tombs: Got a taste for more hiking?
No problem!
Here you’ll find tips for a hiking trail across the whole of Rerik (PS: You’ll also pass the popular Devil’s Gorge. That sounds particularly exciting!)

Baltic Sea hiking trail: Let’s go to the Devil’s Gorge

If you already have some hiking experience, then it’s worth exploring Rerik on foot.
The Baltic Sea hiking trail starts at the Salzhaff.
Then follow the hiking trail to the district of Blengow.
There is a park with a pond here where you can take a break.
Then head north again to the exciting Devil’s Gorge.
Here you have to climb a slight incline.
But you can already see the sea from above the gorge.
You then return along the beach on the cliffs.
You should take a look at these key data in advance:

  • Duration (without breaks): approx. 2h
  • Length of the route: almost 10 km
  • Moderate differences in altitude

Once around Rerik, for better orientation you can find the hiking trail here on the map: There are two other great destinations outside of Rerik.

Island fun for bad weather: Poel & Wustrow

Have you already explored Rerik or is the weather bad?
You’ll find even more to discover and experience at these two other locations.
Whether you’re in a car with a roof tent, tent or camper, you’ll only need to drive an hour and a half to reach more swimming and water sports facilities.

Poel Island: fun pool, children’s paradise & wellness

The island of Poel is located about 35 minutes southwest of Rerik and is therefore a good idea for a trip during your vacation.
Poel also offers all kinds of leisure activities for island and beach lovers.
From water sports to horse riding and island tours, there is plenty on offer here.
Fishing and boat trips on the sea are also a popular attraction in the island town of Wismar.
In addition – for rainy days – there is a fun pool with slides, wave pool and children’s area.
There is also a well-developed wellness area.
That’s what makes Poel so special:

  • Leisure activities for island & beach lovers
  • Water sports, horse riding and island tours
  • In case of rain: fun pool & wellness area

35 minutes by car to the coast:

Wustrow peninsula: Baltic Sea paradise for active fans

Further to the northeast lies Wustrow.
From Rerik, it will take you an hour and a half by car to discover another Baltic Sea paradise.
The peninsula is famous for a beach gallop race, but non-horse fans will also get their money’s worth on Wustrow.
Water sports such as sailing and kite surfing are popular tourist activities.
But there are also plenty of activities with solid ground underfoot.
From cycling, horse riding, skating, hiking on the beach or through the fields, swimming or fishing, there is plenty on offer.
This is what you can experience on Wustrow:

  • Gallop race
  • Activities such as:
    • Sailing
    • Kite surfing
    • Cycling
    • Riding
    • Skating
    • Hiking
    • Swimming
    • Fishing

It takes about an hour and a half to get to Wustrow by car:

Campsite: 3 recommendations very close to the sea

After a busy day of activities, you probably just want to fall into your air mattress.
All you need is suitable accommodation so that the gentle sound of the sea can lull you to sleep.
These three campsites offer pitches for your tent, car or camper van.
For more comfort, you can equip your car with a roof tent or add an awning or awning to your camper van.

Camping Ostsee – Campingpark Rerik

  • Rating: 4.4 / 5.0 (1,378 ratings)
  • Address: Straße am Zeltpl.
    8, 18230 Rerik
  • Phone: 038296 75720
  • Website: campingpark-rerik.de

Ostseecamping Am Salzhaff

San Pepelone – vacation village and surf school

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 (271 ratings)
  • Address: Sandweg 1, 18233 Am Salzhaff
  • Phone: 038294 14203
  • Website: san-pepelone.de

Camping: Travel planning & sleeping in nature

Camping allows you to plan your vacation individually and offers many advantages to get the most out of your trip.
You are not restricted to one location and are free to decide where you want to go and how you want to spend your day.
You can also camp in nature or in urban environments.
In Rereik, however, nature is more suitable, as even the town of Rerik itself is rather rural.
All the quieter for it. One way to enjoy your camping vacation is to camp with a roof tent on your car.
With a rooftop tent, you have a spacious sleeping and living area at your disposal in just a few minutes, which you can use according to your needs.
There are different sizes of tents for 2, 3, 4 or 5 people, depending on whether you are traveling with your partner, family or friends.
Read more about the benefits, costs and models here: Rooftop tent for the car! The advantages of camping at a glance:

  • Independent & flexible planning
  • Sleeping under the stars in nature
  • One option: camping with a roof tent

One of the top reasons for camping: You can take your dog with you without any restrictions.
While some hotels or vacation apartments don’t allow pets, your dog has complete freedom when camping!

Weather: Pleasant 22 degrees in summer

In summer, between June and August, the average temperature is 22°C with 181 days of sunshine.
The water temperature then averages 14°C.
You can therefore enjoy a relaxed summer vacation in Rerik with warm temperatures, but you don’t have to worry about temperatures of over 35°C in the shade:

  • Highest average temperature: 22°C
  • Average water temperature: 10 °C
  • Sunny days per year: 181 days

Here you can find the current weather conditions:

FAQ: Frequently asked questions from campers

We receive many questions about Rerik, here are a few of the most frequently asked questions with short answers!

Where is the most beautiful place in Rerik?

As you learned in the tips above, the sandy beach, salt lagoon and cliffs are beautiful.

Is Rerik a car-free town?

No, you can travel here comfortably by car.
In addition to the usual traffic regulations, there are no restrictions for cars here, as there are on Borkum, for example.

How do you get to Rerik?

Rerik is located in the north of Germany and directly on the Baltic Sea.
There is no direct highway connection, but after the A14 or A20 between Rostock and Lübeck, Rereik can be reached quickly via country roads.

Is Rerik connected to the mainland?

Yes, because Rerik is not an island, but is merely located on a headland, a special elongated peninsula shape that leads far into the sea.

Is Rerik a beautiful peninsula?

As we all know, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
But if you find exciting nature, fine sandy beaches and shimmering green and blue sea beautiful, then Rerik is indeed a beautiful place.

Does Rerik have a beach promenade?

Not directly, but you will still find a few restaurants and shopping opportunities in the immediate vicinity of the beach.

How long is the beach in Rerik?

The beach at Rerik is 6 km long.

What you absolutely have to do in Rerik?

As you can see from the tips above, the hiking trail at the megalithic tombs, water sports on the Salzhaff and a visit to the Schmiedeberg are well worth a visit.
But the charming little town is also well worth a visit.

Excursion or short trip?
Travel destinations nearby

Rerik offers enough places to go for an exciting vacation, but it can also be very nice to explore destinations nearby.
An example of this would be the Baltic resort of Kühlungsborn or other beautiful places in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

Kühlungsborn

Kühlungsborn is 15 to 20 minutes away from Rerik.
You can therefore reach the picturesque village and the pier or the lighthouse very quickly.
Every year, numerous holidaymakers come here to relax, enjoy the sea and the beach, but also to explore the charming area.
You can find out more about Kühlungsborn here:

Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania

You’ve already been to Rerik in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
So if you want to experience more of the area and the Baltic Sea, you can plan a trip to another place in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
Here you will find lots of great tips for your excursion into nature with all the trimmings for the Mecklenburg Lake District, Kühlungsborn, Müritz, Rügen, Prerow, Usedom and more.

Camping in Germany

If you want to go a little further afield, for example to the North Sea or to the neighboring state of Schleswig-Holstein, you’ll find lots of tips for the whole of Germany here.
No matter how far away, here you will find exciting travel tips for near and far:

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