Boating holidays

Photo: Christin Drühl
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Water tours in the land of
1,000 lakes
The Mecklenburg Lake District invites you
to paddle, sail, dive, swim and enjoy. But
which lake is the best for what type of activity?
For example, there is often a breeze
on Lake Müritz, which means it is perfect
for sailors and surfers. Diving is particularly
suited in the clear and calm water
of the Feldberg lake district and the small
lake plateau is a paradise for paddlers.
There, most of the lakes are connected
through channels or rivers.
A bed with an ocean view
A houseboat or raft is the best way to explore
the region. You can either choose to
sleep in a secluded anchorage bay under a
star-filled sky, or in a luxury marina in one
of the harbour cities. In Europe’s largest
networked aquatic sports area, many of
the 1,117 lakes are connected through natural
rivers and canals. Numerous charter
companies rent boats for 2 to 12 persons.
A boating license is not required; instead,
you will receive a thorough introduction
prior to beginning your journey. Each
amateur captain determines their own individual
sailing schedule. Whether for one
or two weeks or for the entire summer –
there are enough possibilities for taking a
trip. And what’s best: the excellent water
quality in the lakes combines boating with
swimming.
Untamed, real nature
Several national natural environments
lie in the area of the lake district – or are
located in the vicinity. These protected
regions are home to many rare species
of animals, such as the common crane,
which can be watched from nearby
during the spring and autumn months.
The Müritz National Park is a spectacular
destination for hikers. The park’s old
beech wood forests belong to the UNESCO
World Natural Heritage.
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