Holiday in Gelting Bay - right by the family-friendly beach

The popular holiday destination of Wackerballig lies in the outer firth of Gelting Bay, some 2 km from the town of Gelting and close to the Schlei. Over the last few years, a holiday village has developed here, full of high-quality Scandinavian-inspired holiday homes.

Enjoy long walks and relaxing time at the beach on the gradually sloping, shallow seabed of the Baltic Sea, build sand castles with your children, or lie back on a deck chair and enjoy a good book. You can also go walking or take a cycle tour along the nature trail in the nearby forest or in the local area.

The Nordschau path will take you to the Gelting Bay nature reserve on the headland. The area is a popular spot for hiking tours, either with or without a guide. Don't miss the historic Charlotte Mill, which is located nearby. In the area, you will also find bicycles and boats for hire, riding schools, the Acqua Tropicana water park in Damp and a golf course in Rabenkirchen.

Activities around Gelting Bay

Be sure to visit the nearby towns of Schleswig and Flensburg, which are perfect for a day trip. In Schleswig, you can visit the cathedral, while Flensburg boasts an interesting museum harbour and a car-free centre, perfect for taking a stroll and picking up some gifts.

Enjoy a boat trip to Glücksburg, where you can visit the castle and moat surrounded by a beautiful park with a rose garden and ancient trees - the perfect day out!

Here are a few more tips for holidays at Gelting Bay:

• Visit the Oldenburg Wall Museum. Here your family can learn all about the history of the Middle Ages.
• Discover the only fjord in Germany on a trip along the Schlei to Schleswig.
• Wander through Felnsburg's ancient merchant district, a gem in the beautiful fjord town on the Danish border.

Other holiday homes at the Baltic Sea

We also offer holiday homes in other areas along Germany's Baltic coast. In Olpenitz we have new, modern activity homes that can host up to 24 guests. These holiday homes come with a pool, sauna, whirlpool and at least two activities, such as pool and table tennis. You can also enjoy the maritime atmosphere of the Bay of Kiel at Wendtorf Marina. Click here to choose from a range of holiday homes and apartments to enjoy, and treat yourself to a peaceful break by the sea.