Heiligenhafen: Ostseestrand Naturist Beach Guide

About Heiligenhafen: Ostseestrand

Heiligenhafen is a Baltic port town in Ostholstein, facing the island of Fehmarn across the water. Its main beach runs for about four kilometres of sand and dunes along the Steinwarder, a spit in front of the town, from the DLRG lifeguard main station across the eastern Steinwarder to the western end of the Graswarder. The town divides this shore into marked sections: a family bathing beach around the DLRG station, a dog beach east of it, and the FKK beach. The nude section lies between the main bathing beach and the Graswarder nature reserve, a roughly 230-hectare bird sanctuary of dunes, salt marsh and lagoons lined on its seaward side by historic villas. Here nude bathing is in the dunes, in a quieter natural setting with an open view to Fehmarn. The sand is fine and the water shallow near shore. The town's beach-chair rental runs over 900 Strandkörbe across the beach in summer, and the tourism service holds regular events on the main beach. A separate, little-used natural beach with some pebbles and seaweed lies further west between Ortmühle and Strandhusen.

Getting there

Head for the Steinwarder (address Steinwarder 1014, 23774 Heiligenhafen), the spit directly in front of the town centre and harbour. Walk along the beach past the DLRG main station and the main bathing beach towards the Graswarder; the FKK section is signposted just before the nature reserve. The beach is freely accessible at all times. In the tourist-tax season, beach sections not marked as tax-free may only be used with an OstseeCard (or proof of residence). The walk is flat on sand; the tourism service publishes an accessibility flyer for its beaches. Check parking and bus options with Heiligenhafen Touristik.

Amenities

Lifeguard Sunbed rental

Legal context

Heiligenhafen Touristik designates the FKK beach between the main bathing beach and the Graswarder nature reserve, and it is marked with signs. During the tourist-tax season, the town's beach statute requires an OstseeCard (or resident or relative proof) for beach sections not marked as tax-free. Dogs are only allowed on the dog beach from April to October.

Naturism at Heiligenhafen: Ostseestrand sits under Germany's rules for officially designated nude beaches — explicit protection inside the marked area.

Full country law: Germany public nudity guide.

Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.

Location

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Approx. 54.3807, 10.9853

Visitor tips

1 Official designation: nudity is protected inside the marked area.
2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
3 No photos without clear consent.
4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there an official nude beach in Heiligenhafen?

Yes. The tourism office designates an FKK beach between the main bathing beach on the Steinwarder and the Graswarder nature reserve, marked with signs.

How do I find the FKK section?

Walk along the Steinwarder beach past the DLRG main station and the family beach towards the Graswarder. The nude area is in the dunes just before the reserve.

Do I need to pay?

There is no entry gate, but in the tourist-tax season you need an OstseeCard for beach sections not marked as free. Beach chairs can be rented.

Can I bring my dog?

From April to October, dogs are only allowed on the dog beach east of the DLRG main station. From November to March they may use the whole beach.

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