June 20st-28th
Kieler Woche
Every June, Kiel becomes the hotspot of the north: it’s Kieler Woche! World-class sailing in Schilksee meets a massive open-air festival with live music and a party atmosphere. Right at the heart of it all, exclusive boat tours beckon out onto the water. Whether as a guest at the legendary windjammer parade or on a sailing trip to the closing fireworks display – here, summer parties and maritime experiences come together.
From the fireworks cruise to the windjammer parade
Boat tours
Sailing, fireworks and the famous windjammer sailing parade are among the highlights of the Kieler Woche program. In Schilksee you can follow the action on the water and the sailing regattas live. Experience Kieler Woche from the water!
Programme & Regattas
When will the regattas take place and what cultural highlights await you? Who is performing on the big and small stages this year and where is the party? All information about the Kieler Woche programme can be found on the Kieler Woche Office page soon.
That was Kieler Woche 2024 and 2025
Experience Kieler Woche once again from the water. We have put together the best sailing pictures from the last two years for you:
Video: impressionens of Kieler Woche
There's something going on everywhere
During Kiel Week, life in Kiel takes place once again on and around the water. One program highlight follows the next. But you can also experience a lot on the water.
Taster cruise on a historic Hanseatic cog
Experience the unique taster sailing experience with the impressive Hanseatic cog during Kieler Woche! With an impressive length of over 23 meters, this maritime gem brings the glorious era of the Hanseatic League back to life. Immerse yourself in history and experience at first hand what it feels like to sail on the waves of the fjord.
Our Kieler Woche recommendations
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Maritime KiWo experiences
By the water, on the water, in the water - you can find out what goes where here!
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Party at the KiWo
Kiwo means sailing ... but also a party! And we'll tell you where.
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Kieler Woche Highlights
Do you need an overview of the coolest Kiwo offers? You'll find them here!
KiWo for children and young people
Whether you prefer splashing, tinkering, jumping or marvelling: there's no chance of boredom here.
The most important areas of Kieler Woche - what is where?
Experience sailing at first hand
Location: Olympiazentrum Schilksee
In Schilksee you are very close to the exciting regattas! Accompanied by music acts on the beach stage and gastronomic offerings, it is mainly the sailing fans and stars who can be found here.
Balloon Sail - so close to heaven!
Location: Nordmark Sportfeld
At the Willer Balloon Sail, many colourful hot air balloons float in the sky - a unique sight! Fireworks, live music and culinary highlights round off the evenings at the Night-Glow.
Colourful fun for the little ones
Location: Krusenkoppel
Children's hearts beat faster at the play line: hands-on activities for painting and handicrafts turn the Krusenkoppel into a work of art. Concerts, bouncy castles and much more provide fun!
International feasting
Location: Rathausplatz
Spanish paellas, Finnish elk burgers or Pakistani pakoras - numerous authentic delicacies of international cuisine await you at the international market. The colourful live supporting programme on the town hall stage rounds off the experience.
Woderkant Festival - inspiring!
Location: Kiellinie
Young and creative - that's the Woderkant Festival. Local start-ups offer various creative and sporting workshops here. There is also a lot to discover here in terms of culinary delights! In the evening you can dance and party to relaxed live music.
MUDDI Markt - the Mini Festival
Location: Lorentzendamm
© Lh Kiel / Julia Meyer
Social and ecological sustainability - that's what the MUDDI Market stands for. Here you will find a mini-festival with music, food, workshops, lectures and exhibitions.
Funfair & Beach Club
Location: Hörn
©Lh Kiel / Jan Konitzki
At the Hörn you will find the large Kieler Woche funfair with many rides as well as the Beach Club to relax. Everything is accompanied by live music, acrobatics and gastronomic offers.
Action and adrenaline
Location: Bootshafen
©Lh Kiel / Thomas Eisenkrätzer
In the Ocean Funpark you can try out trend sports like fylboarding, stand up paddling or jetboarding. In addition, the OCEAN Jump World Championships take place here - a spectacle worth watching!
Further stages & areas at various locations
©Lh Kiel / Jan Konitzki
The Kieler Woche offers numerous music acts on different stages, so that everyone gets their money's worth. In addition to the stages, there are other areas such as the castle garden or the Geomar meadow.
Spend the night on the Kiel Fjord
Kieler Woche from above
Experience a breathtaking view over the roofs of Kiel, the fjord and the sailors. A trip up the town hall tower will give you the perfect overview.
© falkemedia/Finja Schulz
The sleeping beach chair
Spend the night on the beach under the stars during Kiel Week: In the Schlafstrandkorb Heikendorf this is not a dream, but reality! Enjoy the sunset and watch the countless sailors on the fjord.
Souvenirs
Take a piece of Kieler Woche home with you! Various souvenir articles in the current Kieler Woche design are available.
Anfahrt zur Kieler Woche
Die Kieler Woche kann bequem mit dem Bus, Fahrrad, Auto oder zu Fuß erreicht werden.
Bus
The bus is the quickest way to get to Kieler Woche! Thanks to frequent services and special timetables on many routes, you’ve got flexibility round the clock. Just check the timetable and hop on without a care.
Car
Parking can be a real challenge during Kieler Woche. Find out everything you need to know about the smart parking guidance system and how to find parking spaces using the Peuka app here.
Bike
Bicycle racks are available. You can also make use of the SprottenFlotte bike-sharing scheme. The first 30 minutes are free of charge.
For people with disabilities
To ensure that all guests feel completely at ease, the majority of Kiel Week’s attractions are accessible to people with disabilities. Discover our wide range of inclusive activities and enjoy an unforgettable festival week.