Kiel combines many qualities: The state capital of Schleswig-Holstein is not only a dazzling center of sailing and regatta sports, a place worth seeing for a city trip and the perfect starting point for a peaceful holiday on the Schleswig-Holstein coast. Kiel is also the gateway to the world of Scandinavia and the Baltic region for numerous cruises. With its modern sea port close to the center and as a base for the German Navy, Germany's northernmost city has made a name for itself internationally. The city also sports this name in one of the largest sailing events in the world, the Kiel Week, which annually attracts a large number of visitors to the port city.

Riga, the capital of Latvia, is the largest city in the Baltic region with around 800,000 inhabitants. Located on the lower reaches of the Daugava River, Riga is a popular destination for a cruise in the Baltic Sea alongside Tallinn, St. Petersburg or Petersburg, Stockholm or Helsinki: its various nicknames, such as the metropolis of amber and Paris of the East, give an idea of ​​why. During a stroll through the charming city, visitors get an idea of ​​the former wealth of the Hanseatic city on the Baltic Sea. The very well-preserved and UNESCO-protected Riga center is strongly influenced by Art Nouveau. During a cruise you will also have the opportunity to learn about the rich culture of Latvia.

Riga, the capital of Latvia, is the largest city in the Baltic region with around 800,000 inhabitants. Located on the lower reaches of the Daugava River, Riga is a popular destination for a cruise in the Baltic Sea alongside Tallinn, St. Petersburg or Petersburg, Stockholm or Helsinki: its various nicknames, such as the metropolis of amber and Paris of the East, give an idea of ​​why. During a stroll through the charming city, visitors get an idea of ​​the former wealth of the Hanseatic city on the Baltic Sea. The very well-preserved and UNESCO-protected Riga center is strongly influenced by Art Nouveau. During a cruise you will also have the opportunity to learn about the rich culture of Latvia.

Estonia is the northernmost country of the Baltic States and a must on every cruise to the Baltic Sea. Tallinn is not only the capital of Estonia, but also the 2011 Capital of Culture. As one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe, Tallinn has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A trip through the romantic old town will take you back in time in a wonderful way. Despite the medieval flair, Tallinn is one of the up-and-coming cities and scores in technology and modernity. Many large companies, such as Skype, are based in Tallinn.

Helsinki, Finland’s southern capital, sits on a peninsula in the Gulf of Finland. Its central avenue, Mannerheimintie, is flanked by institutions including the National Museum, tracing Finnish history from the Stone Age to the present. Also on Mannerheimintie are the imposing Parliament House and Kiasma, a contemporary art museum. Ornate red-brick Uspenski Cathedral overlooks a harbor.

Sweden's largest island, Gotland, welcomes you with varied, untouched nature and unique monuments of the past. The island's long history is particularly noticeable in the medieval streets of the capital, Visby. Take advantage of your stay in the city's harbor to walk in the footsteps of the Vikings or stay active on sporty excursions!

Kiel combines many qualities: The state capital of Schleswig-Holstein is not only a dazzling center of sailing and regatta sports, a place worth seeing for a city trip and the perfect starting point for a peaceful holiday on the Schleswig-Holstein coast. Kiel is also the gateway to the world of Scandinavia and the Baltic region for numerous cruises. With its modern sea port close to the center and as a base for the German Navy, Germany's northernmost city has made a name for itself internationally. The city also sports this name in one of the largest sailing events in the world, the Kiel Week, which annually attracts a large number of visitors to the port city.