Germany is perhaps better known for its superior luxury yacht building industry than for its superyacht charter industry. It is true that Germany produces some of the largest and best quality private luxury yachts in the world. However, in the last few years there has been an increase in interest form luxury yacht charterers about cursing the Baltic, Germany and Scandinavia. In this page we highlight some of the Germany yacht charter areas and some of the main attractions to see when on a German yacht charter holiday.
Here are some Key Yachting Areas You May Encounter on a German Yacht Charter:
Heiligenhafen, Germany is a yacht charter location in the Baltic Sea is located in Schleswig-Holstein. It has effervescent festivals, sunny climate, diverse outdoor activities, historical landmarks and amazing dining experience. The port city of Heiligenhafen boasts of a diverse selection of attractions and exciting outdoor activities, most of which are water-based. It lies in close proximity to Sweden’s border and just off the southwestern side of the island of Fehmarn. Owing to its location in the southern section of the Baltic Sea, Heiligenhafen enjoys a relatively mild weather during the most parts of the year....more on Heiligenhafen, Germany yachting.
The idyllic town of Breege is easily the most popular and important holiday destination in Rugen, which is the biggest island in all of Germany. Seasoned sailors and other yacht charter enthusiast regularly visit Breege to explore and discover the numerous inlets and coves in its surrounding waters, including the ones within the Grosser Jasmunder Bodden. Breege is the ideal destination for sailors and yachting enthusiasts who want to explore and enjoy a wide range of sailing possibilities in the region, where freshwater combines with the saltwater of the Baltic Sea....more about Breege.
Flensburg lies on the northern part of Germany and straddles the border with Denmark. Its modern and bustling marina boasts of the best mooring conditions in the region, making it an ideal destination for tourists who are exploring popular attractions and resorts on board superyachts and luxury yachts. One of the major strength of its port facility is that it is just a short distance from the town’s central district...more about Flensburg.
Aside from being an important maritime center, Kiel, which is situated in the state of Schleswig-Holstein, is also a popular yacht charter destination in northern Germany. This thriving port city is about 90 kilometres off from the northern section of Harmburg and is set on the southeastern portion of the Cimbrian peninsula along the southwestern end of the Baltic Sea. Kiel is renowned for the large number of sailing regattas that are being held here annually and this include the highly popular Kiel Week Festival, considered as one of the biggest sailing competition worldwide. Suffice it to say, Kiel is an important superyacht charter destination and likely to be included in a itinerary in a holiday in the Baltic....more about Keil.
One of the main attractions of Laboe, Germany is its therapeutic baths, which draws a significant number of spa visitors, especially during the months of summer. Laboe is also famous for its navy monument and a submarine which is one of the first things that can be seen when one arrives at Laboe.
Fehmarn, which lies in the region of Ostholstein in the northern part of Germany, is the country’s 4th largest island. Fehmarn is linked to mainland Germany by the Fehmarn Bridge, which by itself is already an important attraction for most tourists and yachting enthusiasts that come and visit to this town each year. In fact, this impressive infrastructure is one of the most popular engineering feats of Germany....more about Fehmarn.
Germany Yacht Charter
Being the largest economic centre and the second nation in Europe with the highest population, Germany is logically one of the favourite tourist destinations of yacht charter enthusiasts.
This popular yacht charter destination is located in the central part of the European continent and is considered as one of the important centres for political, cultural and economic affairs in Europe. Germany is known in yacht charter circles as one of those few tourist destinations in Europe that is environment-friendly and advocates sustainable development as well as other best practices for the protection of the environment such as adoption of low emission standards, recycling and biodiversity.
Yacht Charter Holiday in Germany
With its coastal waters and numerous lakes, Germany offers a lot of yacht charter possibilities, and it is the ideal destination for seasoned sailors who know how to move around important destinations on board charter yachts and want to explore what the open seas have to offer. In fact, Germany is one tourist centre that can be considered a sailor’s dream holiday destination. Important yacht charter tourist spots include the Mecklenburg Lake, Kiel Bay and Fehmarn Island.
The shores of Northern Germany hug the waters of the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, and these two are connected with each other by the Kiel Canal. This waterway traverses the full expanse of the Jutland peninsula. The northern regions of Germany offers the best sailing opportunities for yachting enthusiasts and tourists who are exploring popular attractions and important destinations in the region onboard charter yachts. Mainstream tourists and seasoned sailors frequent this part of Germany because of its warm climate and pristine beaches.
Traditional beach destinations include Heiligendamm, which holds the distinction of being Germany’s first beach resort. It was established by a Mecklenburg duke during the early part of the 18th century. Germany’s coastline, rivers and lakes give sailors with a diverse set of sailing options, and because of the ideal conditions that prevail in Germany, yacht charter aficionados will be able explore and experience the splendor and charm of this popular tourist destination from a completely different perspective.
Popular Attractions and Important Destinations in Germany
Germany boasts of a storied past, rich cultural heritage and natural treasures. This is the reason why a significant number of tourists spend their holiday within its territory each year. While Germany is a typical continental tourist centre, it still got a lot of things to offer that will surprise even the most seasoned sailors. Ideal yachting areas include the rivers of Elbe, Neckar, Danube, Mosel, Main and Rhein. Yachting enthusiasts also frequent coastal regions along Meckleburg-Vorpommem, Schleswig-Holstein and Lower Saxony.
A typical yacht charter holiday in Germany will have to include popular towns and tourist centres like Helgoland with its famed red cliffs, Bremen, which is an old harbour town, Oldenburg, Fehmarn, which is one of the largest islands in Germany, Rügen, Hamburg and Lübeck. Suffice it to say, you will definitely discover something new about Germany every time you include in your itinerary important and famous yacht charter destination within its borders.
Below is a selection of Northern Europe charter yachts - for yachts available for Germany Yacht Charter, please contact us here.
Charter Yachts in Europe
There are currently no charter yachts listed in Germany — here is the selection from the wider Europe region, or contact our brokers who will be happy to help you plan a charter here.
Client Testimonials
What our clients say about their charter experience.
An Amazing Experience: My company is VIP Yacht Charter Group where I offer Glatt Kosher Yacht charters. I transitioned from day to term charters and was looking for a company and broker that I could trust. I reached out to Trina and explained to here that I have a client that was looking to do a week Glatt Kosher charter in the South of France. I knew from our initial call that she was the right person to work with. Trina is extremely knowledgeable in the charter world. The Yacht she recommended was Zeemar a 100ft, 5 stateroom beauty, and there couldn't have been a better yacht and crew for this client. Trina went above and beyond to make sure that everything went perfectly from communicating with the client to Captain and even provisioner. She was always available to talk no matter what time it was. I am so grateful to Trina that this charter went way beyond the clients' expectations.
Simply top-notch personalized service: From the very beginning of the process matching a boat and location with our party size and desires Trina Howes of Charterworld was outstanding. She had personal experience & was familiar with various yachts enabling our choices both in Turkey and Croatia. I have used her and CharterWorld for 4 separate charters all of which were 5 stars... The process is easy, seamless and each step of the process is easily understood. Trina is available by email and phone during the entire process of investigation, choice and final selection as well as payments and preferences. Highly recommended.
Working with our charter broker, Trina Howes, was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Her knowledge, professionalism and responsiveness were exceptional. She made the entire charter planning process effortless and took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for and matched us with the perfect yacht and crew. We cannot say enough wonderful things about the incredible crew who made our yacht charter such an unforgettable experience. From the moment we stepped aboard until the very last goodbye, they made us feel genuinely welcomed, cared for, and completely at home. Every member of the crew went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect- from exceptional meals and impeccable service to thoughtful surprises and personalized touches that made our trip feel truly special. Our overall experience was absolutely wonderful. We look forward to hopefully working together again on future adventures!
IT IS A BEAUTIFUL WORLD ON THE NAVILUX YACHT: Croatia Destination, Beautiful Pristine scenery. The local people, warm, kind and very proud of their history and Country. Food was fresh every day, delicious. The Navilux Yacht - it doesn't get any better. "Above and Beyond" my expectations. Crew: Captain Luka, this is where it starts: The Captain takes care of the crew, and the crew takes care of their guests. Captain Luka was "hands on" with his skill navigating the Yacht. He was in charge you could see and feel he knew his responsibilities. His daily updates were respected, and his sense of humor was enjoyable. Each day, he added a surprise to our morning chats. What we requested he made it happen. The way he handled the crew with respect and their response was the same. We felt like, they were our family. Chef: Dominik was so excited to share his knowledge and the new dish he decided to treat us to each day. Never were we disappointed. His smile was contagious and the food was delicious. Mila, delightful, energetic, always smiling. We discovered that she used to be a Tour Guide and she shared her knowledge about the islands we were visiting. Mila added her personal touch to her job. Jaksa. Delightful to wake up and see his presence. Never a table setting out of place. Food kept coming and he found the perfect place on the table. A wonderful person to chat with. His knowledge and personal experience made us feel special. Frencis, worked behind the scenes. Our cabins were spotless when we returned. Always smiling and unconditionally wanted to help in any way she could. Ivan, Luca & Jure, deckhands. Everyday they set up our toys (jet skis, floating marina, paddle boards, kayaks, Lifejackets) ready for the guests. Smiling going about their schedule When we wanted to go ashore, they were hands on with the Tender Boat. The crew and guests were one big happy family for the eight days we were on the NAVILUX YACHT. Reia Stannard, handling our yacht reservations, private car transfers, hotels and suggestions for dining pre & post cruise. Her experience in this niche business exceeded her responsibilities. Reia's daily communications with us set the tone of making sure we would have an enjoyable experience. Thank you. It wasn't a job for the Captain & Crew it was their "Passion" love of the water and their work. We were made to feel part of their daily lives for a short time, we were family. .... this is the memory. Would I cruise on NAVILUX again - In a heartbeat! C
Reia, we had a great trip. Boat a bit unconventional but they made up for it in spades. A + plus trip. Fully staffed, exceptionally trained and coordinated, pleasant and interesting / happy, overly accommodating, knew exactly that appropriate attention and how to handle most any request. Silent and present when needed and just super experienced. I couldn’t help noticing the uniforms, sporty, fresh, trendy and 6 versions all coordinated down to the shoes! The service and attention was perfectly balanced. Ps the wash smelled great every day. Captains flexibility, confidence and knowledge showed. He knew every island, ideal parking spots, willingness to harbor and pivot, easy and pleasant with great communication and providing options every day. Checked in constantly. Very very accommodating. The crew took good care looking after boys looking for late night action. Being a brand new boat helps, extremely well appointed and finished, clean, strong AC, and didn’t skirt the little things, massive speaker and machine for karaoke, costumes, great towels, fresh towels twice a day for swimming, plates and silverware variety every day, etc. TV room excellent layout and technology, and the outdoor sun / sitting areas multiple. The swimming and water activities very important to our group, it was A ranked with all new highest end equipment with variety, and making it available often with no complaints. Food e xceeded expectations. Extremely fresh and clean, high quality selections, wide variety, depth and breadth of range outstanding. Best that we have encountered to date. Many options to suite everyone. Ate more meals on boat than ever before due to exceptional offerings.
Sally, really great feedback. Huge congrats to the crew for their hard work. Captain Filip did everything in order to visit the best bays, the chef was amazing and cooked perfect Italian cuisine (which says a lot coming from Italian guests!). Strongly recommend the crew and boat to anyone. LD
