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The 'White City by the Sea' – Germany's oldest seaside resort with classicist villas and a quiet sandy beach.

Heiligendamm was founded in 1793 as Germany's first seaside resort and is known as the 'White City by the Sea'. The gleaming white classicist villas along the beach promenade, the famous Grand Hotel and the quiet sandy beach make it a special holiday destination on the Baltic Sea.

White villas in Heiligendamm on the Baltic Sea

The White City by the Sea

The ensemble of gleaming white classicist villas along the beach promenade gave Heiligendamm its famous nickname. The buildings were extensively restored after reunification and shine in full splendor today. In the 19th century, Heiligendamm was a fashionable meeting place for nobility.

Heiligendamm pier

Pier and Beach

The 200-meter pier extends into the sea, offering fantastic views of the coastline and the Grand Hotel. The kilometer-long, gently sloping sandy beach is Blue Flag certified and ideal for families. The quiet atmosphere sets Heiligendamm apart from larger resorts.

Grand Hotel Heiligendamm aerial view

Grand Hotel Heiligendamm

The five-star Grand Hotel is the town's landmark and gained international fame as the venue for the 2007 G8 summit. The hotel sits directly on the beach, combining historic architecture with modern luxury.

Ghost Forest near Nienhagen on the Baltic Sea

Ghost Forest and Molli Railway

Between Heiligendamm and Nienhagen lies the mystical Ghost Forest – wind-shaped beech trees right on the cliff coast that create a unique atmosphere, especially in fog. The historic narrow-gauge Molli railway has connected Heiligendamm with Bad Doberan since 1886 and continues to Kühlungsborn.

Heiligendamm at a Glance

Founded 1793

Germany's oldest seaside resort with over 230 years of spa history.

200 m Pier

Views of the coastline, Grand Hotel and white villas.

Blue Flag

Award-winning beach – gently sloping and ideal for families.

Molli Railway since 1886

Historic narrow-gauge railway to Bad Doberan and Kühlungsborn.

Ghost Forest

Mystical wind-shaped beech trees on the cliff coast near Nienhagen.

Grand Hotel

Five-star hotel and venue of the 2007 G8 summit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Heiligendamm special?
Heiligendamm is Germany's oldest seaside resort (founded 1793), known as the 'White City by the Sea' with classicist villas, the Grand Hotel and a quiet Blue Flag beach.
Is Heiligendamm suitable for families?
Yes, the beach is Blue Flag certified, gently sloping and ideal for families. There are apartments for up to 8 people and many nearby excursion destinations.
What is the Ghost Forest?
The Ghost Forest near Nienhagen consists of wind-shaped beech trees right on the cliff coast. It creates a mystical atmosphere, especially in fog. It lies between Heiligendamm and Börgerende.

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