#589 European Rank
Timmendorfer Strand
Lübeck Bay, Germany•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Magnus Manske (CC BY 1.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.23/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
18.6°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€66/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Calm & Glassy
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces N (0°) · Wind: W (270°)
Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming.
Significant Wave Height
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Optimal Swimming
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · CROSS-SHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces N (0°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
N (0°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 90°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the N-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for Timmendorfer Strand: Minimal chop, safe for wading, snorkeling and paddleboarding. Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Lübeck Bay, Germany
Crisp & Bracing
Early August
18.6°C
Air ~27°C
Short dips only; spring wetsuit recommended
Invigorating cold dip. Swimmers generally wear a shorty wetsuit for sessions over 10–15 minutes.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 18.6°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.6°C | 13°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 2.0°C | 14°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 2.8°C | 16°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 5.0°C | 19°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 11.0°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 15.2°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| July | 18.0°C | 27°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| August | 18.6°C | 27°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| September | 16.0°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| October | 12.4°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| November | 8.7°C | 18°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 4.3°C | 15°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Germany Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 18.6°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
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🏖️ Timmendorfer Strand (Lübeck Bay, Germany)
🌊 Water temperature: 18.6°C
⛱️ Beach access: 90% free public sand • Sunbeds: €10–€18
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces N (sheltered from S winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/timmendorfer-strand-de/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: Excellent
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.1 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing3.7 / 5
About Timmendorfer Strand
Ranks of hooded wicker chairs on pale sand along Lübeck Bay, Germany's polished Baltic classic.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Easy road and rail links via B76/A1 and Timmendorfer Strand railway station with extensive promenade walkways
•Protected Status / Environment: Regulated Baltic spa resort zone (Ostseeheilbad) on Lübeck Bay
•Notable Feature: 6.5km fine white sand beach lined with traditional Strandkörbe, multiple Seebrücke piers, and upscale promenade
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (90%)Private Concessions (10%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€10low season→€18August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Open public coastline with statutory right of access and free public recreational use.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Free Parking
Free Verge / Unpaved Roadside
Follow local municipal parking signage to avoid fines during summer peak hours.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Full-Day Unobstructed Sunlight
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Unnecessary (Soft Natural Sand)
Fine powder or golden sand allows comfortable barefoot wading into shallow depths.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Lübeck Bay. Accessible via regional coastal roads (53.997°N, 10.790°E).
•Gentle and family-friendly along the bay.
•Germany's smartest Baltic resort on Lübeck Bay, promenade and piers included.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Lübeck Bay, Germany.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Timmendorfer Strand
What is the water temperature at Timmendorfer Strand?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Timmendorfer Strand averages 18.6°C (65°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Timmendorfer Strand?
Timmendorfer Strand is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Lübeck Bay, Germany.
Is Timmendorfer Strand good for families with kids?
Yes, Timmendorfer Strand is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Timmendorfer Strand?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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