Baltic and Scandinavia Cruises

The Baltic Sea is the largest brackish water in the world and is one of the most popular destinations for a cruise. The routes lead from the German coast to the Baltic States. For example, an east sea cruise is a unique experience because it takes you to some of the oldest commercial cities in Europe, like:

• Rostock
• Gdansk

The countries bordering the Baltic Sea are:

• Germany
• Sweden
• Denmark
• Finland
• Russia
• Estonia
• Lithuania
• Latvia
• Poland

There are also numerous inhabited and uninhabited islands.

Most Popular Routes

There are different routes to choose from to explore the Baltic Sea and its surroundings, for example:

• Norway – take a small trial cruise from Kiel to Oslo
• Go on board for several days and travel from Amsterdam to Tilbury in the UK
• Explore the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, the two seas of Germany
• A cruise to Iceland is not to be missed

One of the highlights of a Baltic cruise is a visit to St. Petersburg – the second largest Russian city. The historic city centre, a declared UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts over 2000:

• Palaces
• Stately homes
• Castles

Another must-visit is the Swedish capital Stockholm. The unique location on the shores of the archipelago gives the city a very special cityscape. Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town, is situated on its own small islands.

Copenhagen is dotted with numerous beautiful sights and magnificent buildings:

• Visit the little mermaid, the city’s landmark
• Stroll through the Tivoli Gardens, one of the oldest amusement parks in the world

The Best Time to Visit

There are several different climate zones that the Baltic Sea is made up of:

• The southern region is located in the temperate climatic zone
• The regions around Denmark are markedly maritime
• The areas eastward lie in the region of the continental climate

Because of that, a cruise on the Baltic Sea is recommended, especially in the Northern Hemisphere summer months between April and September.