Even when it rains, Kiel has plenty to offer: Visit one of the museums, explore exciting exhibitions, or spend a cozy afternoon in a café. If you prefer to stay active, you can stroll through downtown or enjoy the view of the fjord from one of the covered areas. For even more inspiration on rainy days, check out our tips for Kiel on rainy days.
Kiel in autumn
Kiel in autumn is a must for anyone looking for maritime experiences and cultural highlights amidst golden autumn leaves. Enjoy the maritime flair on a walk along the Kiel Fjord or relax with a delicious hot drink in one of the many regional cafés and restaurants.
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Sightseeing & Activities
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Murder Mystery Dinner at the Kiel Yacht Club
Excursion tips for bad weather days
Kiel Detective Trail: Treasure Hunt for Families
Kiel Detective Trail: Treasure Hunt for Families
Solve puzzles, learn interesting facts about the city, and open the treasure chest at the end. Play flexibly using a smartphone or a printed treasure map.
Night of the Clubs
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Locks Viewing Platform
Harbor Tour
Sleeping beach chair
Beaches
Town hall tower ride
Kiel city walk
Cycling tours
Hop-on Hop-off
City tourThriller tour
Thriller tour
Join us on an investigative tour through the dark side of the old town and help Inspector Bergengruen solve the murder case.
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Kiel parks
Discover the keel line
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Events calendar
Leisurely sightseeing, exciting city tours or special autumn activities – there is always something going on in Kiel: here you will find all upcoming events at a glance.
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Fjord resorts
Enjoying a walk on the beach, even in the real North German slippery weather? The fjord ferry line F1 will take you to the pretty fjord villages of Mönkeberg and Heikendorf. Relax in one of the family-friendly beach bays, treat yourself to an ice cream or enjoy a delicious fish sandwich straight from the cutter in Heikendorf's fishing harbour.
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Places to take a deep breath
Whether right in the city centre or just outside - Kiel offers numerous opportunities for anyone looking for peace and nature. Kiel's city parks, such as Schrevenpark, offer a little break from the hectic city life and invite you to take a leisurely stroll. For those who are drawn even further into nature, a varied and idyllic landscape with fantastic nature reserves and long beaches awaits around Kiel.
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Cycle tours
Cycling along the colourful autumn leaves - a pleasure in autumn. We have put together the most beautiful and most popular cycle tours along the fjord for you.
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Maritime Museum
Experience and learn about Kiel's history as a harbour city, naval and shipyard location at the Maritime Museum. The impressive museum building on the banks of the fjord is not only worth a visit for history buffs.
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