{"id":44347,"date":"2024-03-05T11:05:01","date_gmt":"2024-03-05T09:05:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/?page_id=44347"},"modified":"2025-06-26T09:11:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T06:11:00","slug":"kiel","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/our-cruises\/destinations\/northern-europe\/germany\/kiel\/","title":{"rendered":"Kiel cruises"},"content":{"rendered":"

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CRUISES TO AND FROM KIEL, GERMANY<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Kiel cruises: maritime heritage, beaches and lovely L\u00fcbeck<\/p>\n

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Where the sea is concerned, nowhere is more important in Germany \u2013 and, arguably, Northern Europe \u2013 than Kiel. This Schleswig-Holstein port city is a vital link between the Baltic and North Seas, heading up the\u00a0Kiel Canal<\/strong>, the world\u2019s busiest artificial waterway, which connects the two.<\/p>\n

Kiel is one of Northern Europe\u2019s major cruise and shipbuilding hubs, too, and a Kiel cruise can show you the delights of\u00a0Kieler Woche<\/strong>\u00a0(Kiel Week), one of Europe\u2019s biggest regattas, and\u00a0Kiel Aquarium<\/strong>\u00a0with its eclectic assortment of Baltic and North Sea sea life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>

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But a trip to Kiel is also about location. Kiel cruises can factor-in the\u00a0Jutland peninsula\u2019s<\/strong>\u00a0other alluring ports: dynamic city-state Hamburg and history-rich\u00a0L\u00fcbeck<\/strong>, a chief port of the once super-powerful Hanseatic League that ruled Europe\u2019s sea trade for centuries.
\nA cruise to Kiel can also include visits to\u00a0Kiel Botanical Gardens<\/strong>\u00a0and its staggering 14,000 plant species, one of Germany\u2019s best open-air museums at\u00a0Molfsee<\/strong>\u00a0and bewitching Baroque fortress\u00a0Eutin Castle<\/strong>. Take a Kiel cruise for unforgettable adventures to this compelling corner of Germany.<\/p>\n

This nautically-driven city can also be the starting point for an adventure to some of Europe\u2019s most staggeringly beautiful scenery \u2013 the\u00a0Norwegian fjords.<\/strong>\u00a0Take a cruise from Kiel to these awe-inspiring landscapes (easily accessible from Norwegian port stops including Geiranger, Molde and \u00c5lesund) and start soaking up towering cliffs rising from powerfully blue waters, gaping mountain valleys and thick forests. Truly a place of tranquillity, and ultimately reachable from Kiel\u2019s animated shores.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

BEST KIEL CRUISES<\/h2>\n

Kiel\u2019s handy location within reach of numerous Northern European ports makes it perfect to combine with a four- to 14-night cruise from the UK via\u00a0Rotterdam<\/strong>,\u00a0Netherlands<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0La Rochelle, France<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

A\u00a0Kiel cruise<\/strong>\u00a0can travel further afield to the likes of Bilbao in Spain. Also visit Kiel as part of a seven-night cruise to Scandinavia.<\/p>\n

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CRUISES FROM KIEL<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

From Kiel cruise port there are incredible destinations to be visited. For starters, a cruise from Kiel can encompass a stop at the thriving Danish capital of\u00a0Copenhagen, where you\u2019ll find world-class dining and similarly heralded\u00a0museums\u00a0<\/strong>and art\u00a0galleries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Continue your\u00a0Scandinavian\u00a0<\/strong>odyssey on cruises from Kiel by sailing north to\u00a0Norway<\/strong>, where unrelentingly gorgeous\u00a0fjords\u00a0await. Norwegian port stops including\u00a0M\u00e5l\u00f8y<\/strong>,\u00a0Geiranger\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0Hellesylt\u00a0<\/strong>provide entry points to the soaring peaks and endless waters of the fjords, but also make charming visits in themselves. These traditional towns and villages offer a glimpse into rural life, but with access to more top-notch culture and cuisine for those who want it. Speaking of which, \u00c5lesund \u2013 with its array of art nouveau architecture \u2013 is a must-visit for lovers of art and design on a cruise from Kiel, and still offers access to the bewitching landscapes of the fjords.
\nSet sail with MSC Cruises to discover what cruises from Kiel 2024 have in store.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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CRUISES TO KIEL<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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To take a Kiel cruise is to embark on a story of many mighty chapters. Passengers can see the sights of Kiel itself on various cruises to Kiel, themed by the port\u2019s deep and storied ties with the sea. Unpick Kiel\u2019s maritime heritage at\u00a0Kiel Maritime Museum<\/strong>\u00a0or view vessels navigating the planet\u2019s busiest artificial waterway,\u00a0Kiel Canal<\/strong>. And alight just north of the city to see the poignant\u00a0Laboe Naval Memorial<\/strong>, a monument to all sailors lost at sea.<\/p>\n

On cruises to Kiel, nearby attractions are equally fascinating:\u00a0Falckensteiner<\/strong>\u00a0Strand<\/strong>\u00a0is a lovely, two-kilometre length of sand offering great watersports,\u00a0Molfsee<\/strong>\u00a0is one of Germany\u2019s finest open-air museums, and then there\u2019s grand, Baroque\u00a0Eutin Castle<\/strong>\u00a0and the\u00a0Malente area<\/strong>, poised between the bewitching lakes of\u00a0Dieksee<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Kellersee<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

A little further away, visit one of Germany\u2019s greatest UNESCO sites, the mesmeric, many-spired city of\u00a0L\u00fcbeck<\/strong>, or linger in\u00a0Hamburg, where the nation\u2019s best nightlife outside\u00a0Berlin<\/strong>\u00a0beckons.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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KIEL SHORE EXCURSIONS: MARITIME SIGHTS AND CASTLES<\/h2>\n
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Kiel is a port imploring to be explored, with top attractions not just in the city but also within an easy day trip across the Schleswig-Holstein region.<\/p>\n

Discover the best Kiel shore excursions\u00a0with MSC Cruises \u2013 receive a 20% discount if excursions are booked prior to departure.<\/p>\n

See sights like Kiel Canal and the Laboe Naval Memorial on\u00a0maritime Kiel excursions<\/strong>. Alternatively, visit one of Germany\u2019s greatest UNESCO sites,\u00a0L\u00fcbeck<\/strong>, famous for its seven spectacular church spires; experience the elegance of the nation\u2019s second city,\u00a0Hamburg<\/strong>, or take\u00a0Kiel tours\u00a0to lesser-known sights like the 17th-century castle and scenic lakes around\u00a0Pl\u00f6n<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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HOW TO REACH KIEL CRUISE TERMINAL<\/h2>\n<\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Where do MSC Cruises\u2019 ships dock in Kiel?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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MSC Cruises\u2019 ships dock at the\u00a0Ostuferhafen Terminal<\/strong>\u00a0when stopping in Kiel, which is located at the northern end of the Port of Kiel. The cruise terminal address is:\u00a0Ostuferhafen 15, 24149 Kiel, Germany<\/strong>. It is located around eight kilometres to the east of central Kiel.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>How do I reach the car park at Kiel cruise port?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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If driving to Kiel cruise port, MSC Cruises passengers have two options for parking: self-service parking at the\u00a0Port of Kiel<\/strong>\u00a0or self-service parking\u00a0with a shuttle at Parken & Meer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The car park at the Port of Kiel is located within the cruise terminal.\u00a0Ostuferhafen\u00a0<\/strong>is signposted on main roads in Kiel. At first, follow the signs stating “F\u00e4hre<\/strong>“, “Ostufer<\/strong>” and later on “Ostuferhafen”. Upon arrival, please navigate through the gate on lane 1 into the harbour area. Target for GPS: “Grenzstra\u00dfe”. Postal code: 24149.<\/p>\n

The self-service car park with shuttle service at Parken & Meer is near the centre of Kiel, on\u00a0Benzstra\u00dfe 10, 24148 Kiel<\/strong>, located to the north-est of Kiel rail station.<\/p>\n

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<\/i><\/i><\/span>How to get to Kiel cruise port from the train station?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Kiel\u2019s main rail station is\u00a0Kiel Central Station<\/strong>, located on\u00a0Bahnhofsplatz<\/strong>\u00a0in the centre of the city, on the opposite side of the harbour to the cruise port.<\/p>\n

The easiest way to reach Kiel cruise port from the rail station is to take the\u00a0MSC shuttle service<\/strong>, which leaves continuously on the day of embarkation up to four hours before cruise departure and costs \u20ac15 per person or\u00a0\u20ac25\u00a0per person for a round-trip ticket.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alternatively, you can take\u00a0public transport<\/strong>. Two bus services \u2013\u00a0line 11 and line 60S<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 go to the cruise port from the station. Get off at\u00a0Grenzstra\u00dfe<\/strong>\u00a0and follow signs to the cruise terminal. The bu1s can take up to 30 minutes to reach the destination. You can also get a taxi from the train station to the cruise port, which should take around 15 minutes and should cost approximately \u20ac20-\u20ac25.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>How do I get from Hamburg Airport to Kiel cruise port?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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While Kiel does have an airport, it is a small, regional airport with a limited number of flights. International passengers going to Kiel will need to\u00a0fly to Hamburg International Airport<\/strong>, located around 84 kilometres south of Kiel.
\nThe easiest way to get\u00a0from Hamburg Airport to the Kiel cruise port<\/strong>\u00a0is to request an\u00a0MSC transfer service<\/strong>, which you can do via the\u00a0MSC call centre<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

You can also reach the cruise port using public transport. Either take the\u00a0Kielius airport bus<\/strong>, which takes you directly from the airport to\u00a0Kiel Central Bus Station<\/strong>\u00a0in around 90 minutes, or take the\u00a0S11 train to Hamburg Central Station<\/strong>, where you can connect to a regional train to Kiel Central Station. You can take public transport or a taxi from both Kiel Central Bus Station and Kiel Central Station to the cruise terminal.<\/p>\n

If you are driving, leave Hamburg Airport heading north and join\u00a0Autobahn 7<\/strong>, before following signs to Kiel. Continue for approximately 60 kilometres before joining the A215 towards Kiel. Stay on the A215 until you reach Kiel, where\u00a0you can follow signs to Ostuferhafen<\/strong>, where the\u00a0cruise terminal is located<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What is the weather like in Kiel?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Located in the north of Germany near the south-western shore of the Baltic Sea, Kiel has a temperate maritime climate, with\u00a0cool summers and mild winters<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0warmest months<\/strong>\u00a0are typically in summer, with average daily high temperatures of between 20-21\u00b0C from\u00a0June to August<\/strong>. The\u00a0coolest months<\/strong>\u00a0are in winter, when daily high temperatures average between 2-4\u00b0C from\u00a0December to February<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Is Kiel expensive?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Kiel is generally\u00a0more affordable than other major cities in Germany<\/strong>. For example, public transport is fairly cheap, particularly if you are travelling by bus. There are also many\u00a0free things<\/strong>\u00a0to do in Kiel, such as visiting the\u00a0Kiel Botanical Gardens<\/strong>, viewing the\u00a0Church of St. Nikolai<\/strong>\u00a0and simply strolling around the city\u2019s interesting streets and harbour front.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>What can I do in Kiel in one day?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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There are many things to do in Kiel and you can pack a lot into just one day. Head to the\u00a0Kiel Botanical Gardens<\/strong>, where you can see a diverse range of plant species in a tranquil setting \u2013 it\u2019s also free to enter. Also try the\u00a0centre of Kiel<\/strong>, where you can see the\u00a0Church of St. Nikolai<\/strong>\u00a0or visit the\u00a0aquarium<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

After stopping for lunch, go north to one of the area\u2019s many beaches. The\u00a0most popular beaches<\/strong>\u00a0near Kiel include\u00a0Falkensteiner Strand<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Schilksee Strandbad<\/strong>, both of which have plenty of amenities and opportunities for watersports. You can also head to\u00a0Strand Hasselfelde<\/strong>, a smaller but much quieter beach that\u2019s perfect for relaxing on.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"parent":44331,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"100-width.php","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[270],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-44347","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","category-ports"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/44347","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=44347"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/44347\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/44331"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=44347"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=44347"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=44347"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}