Arrival in Heiligenhafen – How to Reach the Baltic Sea Comfortably
Heiligenhafen is easy to reach by car, train and long-distance bus. Whether you are travelling from within Germany or from abroad – this overview shows the most convenient routes and practical tips for your arrival. Many routes can be perfectly combined with a stay in our holiday apartments in Heiligenhafen.
Arrival by car
Heiligenhafen is located directly on the A1 motorway, which connects Hamburg with the Baltic Sea coast. From the Heiligenhafen exit, it is only a few minutes’ drive to the town centre, the marina and the Steinwarder peninsula.
- Motorway A1 direction Puttgarden/Fehmarn
- Exit: Heiligenhafen
- From there, follow the signs to the town centre, marina or Steinwarder
Information on parking options can be found on the page Parking in Heiligenhafen.
Arrival by train
The nearest larger train stations are Oldenburg in Holstein and Lübeck. From there, you can continue your journey by regional train, bus or taxi. Long-distance connections usually go via Hamburg and Lübeck.
- Long-distance trains to Hamburg and Lübeck
- Regional trains to Oldenburg in Holstein
- From there by bus or taxi to Heiligenhafen
Tip: Check current connections and travel times with Deutsche Bahn before your journey.
Arrival by long-distance bus
Depending on the season, long-distance bus providers offer connections to the Baltic Sea region. Some routes go via Lübeck or other cities in Schleswig-Holstein. From there, you can continue by regional bus or train.
- Long-distance bus to Lübeck or nearby cities
- Continue by regional bus or train
Arrival by plane
The nearest major airports are Hamburg (HAM) and Lübeck (LBC). From there, you can continue your journey by rental car, train or long-distance bus.
- Airport Hamburg (HAM)
- Airport Lübeck (LBC)
- onward travel by rental car, train or bus
Arrival by bike
Heiligenhafen is located on popular Baltic Sea cycle routes and is ideal as a stopover or destination for cycling holidays. The town and the surrounding area offer many cycle paths along the coast and inland.
- cycle paths along the Baltic Sea coast
- beautiful routes around the inland lake and marina
Arrival at our holiday apartments
Our holiday apartments on the Steinwarder peninsula are easy to reach from the A1 motorway and the town centre. Parking is available nearby or directly at the accommodation, depending on the apartment.
More information about the location and surroundings can be found on the page Holiday apartments in Heiligenhafen.
Helpful pages for your stay
Holiday Planning: This guide is part of our Complete Heiligenhafen Travel Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arrival
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Is it easy to reach Heiligenhafen by car?
Yes, Heiligenhafen is directly connected via the A1 motorway. Simply follow the A1 towards Fehmarn/Puttgarden until the Heiligenhafen exits. -
Where can I park during my arrival?
Most holiday apartments on Steinwarder offer private parking spaces. For short-term parking, there are large public parking lots near the harbor and the town center.