Kiel Fjord: The paradise for water sports and study adventures!

Kiel Fjord: The paradise for water sports and study adventures!

Kiel, the steaming pearl on the Baltic Sea, not only offers first-class studies, but also a wealth of opportunities to fully enjoy maritime life. Whether sailing, windsurfing or canoeing – everyone who loves the waves and the fresh breeze will find what they are looking for here. And a water sports guide has now been created for students at Kiel University of Applied Sciences, which summarizes the best spots and activities in the Kiel Fjord. Kiel University of Applied Sciences reports that...

The Kiel Fjord stretches for around 35 kilometers and is a real paradise for water sports enthusiasts. What could be nicer than relaxing on the water after a long lecture? The performance center for sailing and surfing in Kiel offers ideal conditions for beginners and advanced sailors. The sailing community is strong and there are numerous sailing clubs and schools that teach both theory and practice. And the university of applied sciences itself also offers an elective module called “Studying under sail” on the traditional sailing ship Thor Heyerdahl – a very special experience!

A variety of swimming areas and water sports activities

Kiel also has many bathing areas to offer. The bathing season is already underway, with the bathing jetty in Reventlou being a popular destination. Here swimmers can relax in a supervised area with changing rooms and toilets. The seaside resort of Düsternbrook also scores with 60-meter lanes and a diving board and has established itself as a place for families. There are even special water areas for non-swimmers.
The diversity of sovereignty makes it easy to find the perfect place for you - be it the Holtenau seaside resort, which offers free admission, or the Heikendorf seaside resort, where a water slide provides excitement. KOP Kiel emphasizes that…

For the more adventurous among us, there are many places where you can go windsurfing, kiting and winging. At the surfing stations along the Kiel Fjord there are numerous offers and courses that combine theory and practice. The west bank in particular, where water sports Schwedeneck and Westwind Kiel offer courses, is very popular. The east bank with Kitzeberg and Laboe are also hotspots for anyone who wants to trust the wind.

Stand-up paddling and canoeing

But it's not just sailing that is booming! Stand-up paddling is also trendy. Numerous rental stations provide paddling newcomers with the necessary equipment and offer courses. The Schwentine is a special highlight for paddlers who want to test their strength. Here you can go out on the water by canoe from the Ellerbeker Gymnastics Association. Try paddling at the Kiel Canoe Club? No problem!

A very special event is coming up in September: the Kiel Dragon Boat Race! Schools and companies can show team spirit here, and Kiel University of Applied Sciences is sending its own team into the race under the name “Entenjäger”. The training for this starts in May - another sign of how active the water sports community in Kiel is.

Kiel, the state capital of Schleswig-Holstein, is not only an important port city, for many it is transforming into the ideal place to creatively combine student life with water sports. With a wide range of water sports activities, there is something for every taste. The maritime flair of the city and the different geography of the fjord not only invite you, but even encourage you to become active in the water. Whether sailing, swimming or paddling, Kiel offers a perfect combination of study and leisure.