Over 1.5 million visitors come to the Port of Rostock Germany every August for this four-day event, making it one of the largest maritime festivals in all of Germany. Since its inception in 1991, large crowds have enjoyed viewing and boarding over 200 sailing ships hailing from various countries. Ships of all sizes and styles are displayed during the event and around 20 sea planes also turn out, offering short flights to attendees. The day before the event ends, a grand fireworks display takes center stage.
Büro Hanse Sail
Warnowufer 65
D-18057 Rostock
+49 (0)381 208 52 33
Hansesail.com
Over 100 years old (1859), this historical museum gives visitors a glimpse into the early history of Rostock. Although the building (Holy Cross Convent) and its contents were damaged greatly during WWII, extensive renovations have put the CHM back on the international map as a noteworthy collection. Expect to enjoy a permanent display of medieval art and sixteenth to nineteenth century arts and crafts, amongst many other regional and historical pieces of interest.
Otto-von-Guericke Straße 68 -73
39104 Magdeburg
Deutschland
+49 - 391 / 5 40 35 01
khm-magdeburg.de
Home of the North German Philharmonic Orchestra, the Volkstheater Rostock is a great way to spend a night out on the town. In addition to orchestral performances, the theater offers drama, comedy, dance and opera performances from top names in the industry. The Volkstheater is known for staging groundbreaking performances that incorporate unusual staging. For this reason, the Volkstheater is a great place to attend opening performances, as you may be the first to witness a performance that starts a sweeping international theater trend.
Volkstheater Rostock
Patriotischer Weg 33/34,
18057 Rostock
+49 38 20 77 300 27
volkstheater-rostock.de
