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Travemünde at the top: Germany's most popular beaches in 2025!
Hamburg's Falkensteiner Ufer takes third place among Germany's most popular beaches in 2023 - ideal for summer trips.
Travemünde at the top: Germany's most popular beaches in 2025!
Summertime is beach time! This year, social media is clearly showing where Germany's most popular coastal adventures can be found. According to a recent study by Holidu, which determined the popularity of beaches in Germany based on Instagram and TikTok posts, some beaches are particularly popular. Particularly exciting for northern Germans: the beaches on the North and Baltic Seas are once again the stars among the seaside resorts.
Travemünde Beach in Schleswig-Holstein is in first place. With an impressive 14,656 Instagram posts and 459,652 TikTok views, it has emerged as the country's most popular beach. The wide banks with the finest sand and the long promenade create a real holiday feeling. You can reach this hotspot by train from Lübeck main station in 23 minutes, ideal for a quick trip.
The top places for beach lovers
But the neighbors aren't fooling either. The Scharbeutzer Strand ranks second directly behind Travemünde. Here, sun worshipers can expect 11,107 Instagram posts and 319,400 TikTok views. With more than twelve kilometers of fine sandy beach, you have the opportunity to relax in a beach chair or take long walks on the wide, green-lined path.
The Falkensteiner Ufer in Hamburg, known for its easily accessible, wide sandy beach, comes in third place. 11,458 Instagram posts and 35,600 TikTok views speak for themselves. The beach is simply a popular oasis of relaxation, perfect for a short stop in everyday life.
Here are the five most photographed beaches in Germany:
| Place | Beach | Instagram posts | TikTok views | Average price per night |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Travemünde Beach, Schleswig-Holstein | 14,656 | 459,652 | 193 euros |
| 2 | Scharbeutzer Strand, Schleswig-Holstein | 11,107 | 319,400 | 181 euros |
| 3 | Falkensteiner Ufer, Hamburg | 11,458 | 35,600 | 156 euros |
| 4 | Kühlungsborn Beach, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania | 9,657 | 88,381 | 168 euros |
| 5 | Grimmershörn bathing beach – bay, Lower Saxony | 3,171 | 255,200 | 140 euros |
The other insider tips
The other beaches in the top ten also have a lot to offer. The Grömitz dog beach (6th place) delights animals and people alike, while the Ording bathing area (7th place) is particularly popular with families. And for a slightly different beach holiday, the Burhave beach (8th place) or the Prora beach (9th place) could be the right choice. These beaches show that coastal holidays in Germany have more to offer than just the big names.
In addition, the Timmendorfer Strand in the Bay of Lübeck, a popular excursion destination, not only offers fine sandy beaches, but also a shady promenade that is ideal for strolling and has something for every visitor. Here you can not only relax, but also get active, be it through water sports or just long walks along the water.
Whether for a quick weekend or a longer family vacation, the beaches in northern Germany have something to suit every taste. Pack your swimwear and get ready for unforgettable days by the sea!
For even more details about these beautiful beaches, take a look at the reports from T Online and Holiday check as well as the comprehensive analyses Travel reporter.