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Schleswig-Holstein

Schleswig-Holstein is the northernmost state of Germany. It borders Denmark and has coasts on both the North and Baltic seas.

Regions

Cities

Other destinations

Melldorf - a town in the Ditmarschen. The Ditmarschen is a flat land of mostly reclaimed land, with spectacular skies and lots of 'Ferien Wohnung'. It is a place where many Germans holiday and is a great place for a slice of Germany as the Germans live it. What's interesting in terms of history is that the Ditmarschen has not has a historical aristocracy, being a land of, usually well-to-do farmers.

Culture and History

Talk

German. Most people understand English. Many people from Denmark visit the Flensburg region for shopping, therefore it is possible also to speak Danish there.

Travel to Schleswig-Holstein & Visa Requirements

The nearest international airport is in Hamburg. There are many boat services from Scandinavia. From the Danish Jutland you can get to Schleswig-Holstein by car.

Tours & Getting around Schleswig-Holstein

Meldorf Tourist Office Telefon: 04832/ 97 80-0 Fax: 04832/ 97 80-20

Schleswig-Holstein attractions and sightseeing

  • The old town of Lübeck
  • The North Sea coast
  • The Kiel canal

Schleswig-Holstein city tours

Visit Ditmarschen and eat the fabulous seafood. Try Friedrichskoog for great fish restaurants.

Schleswig-Holstein Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Shrimp: in Büsum you can buy small boiled shrimp by the kilo. Spend a happy communal time peeling them and eat them on black bread, with a fried egg over the top. An excellent abend brot (dinner) or snack!

Schleswig-Holstein nightlife, bars, clubs & pubs

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