Kraksdorf: Beach, cycling route and paths by the water

Kraksdorf combines days at the beach with cycling and walking paths by the water. The beach at Kraksdorf slopes gently and is suitable for children to play and splash in the water. Measures are also in place at the beach to protect the endangered Kentish plover. Beach time and nature conservation are therefore two different aspects of this coastal village.

Beach access and coastal character

The path from the car park to Kraksdorf beach is paved and slopes gently downhill. Public toilets are located right next to the beach bistro. Kraksdorf is one of four beach locations in the municipality of Neukirchen. The municipality’s coastal area has six kilometres of gently sloping, supervised natural beach where no visitor’s tax is charged. This information refers to the municipality’s coastal area as a whole, not just the beach at Kraksdorf.

At Costa Sahna in the district of Kraksdorf, a beach staircase is planned to connect the cliff with the beach. It is located directly on the Baltic Sea Cycle Route and can serve as a stop for cyclists and hikers to go for a swim or access the beach. A tourism development plan mentions storm damage to the staircase and lists the project as being in the planning stage. Check whether the staircase is accessible before your visit.

Getting around by bike and on foot

There are two cycling options to consider for a day out. A detour on the “From OstseeFerienLand to the Baltic Sea Point” cycling tour leads to Kraksdorf beach. The Baltic Sea Cycle Route passes through Kraksdorf after Michaelsdorf, then continues via Siggenmühle towards Süssau. When planning your day, you can decide whether a detour specifically to the beach or following the coastal cycle route is more important to you.

In the wider region, the Baltic Sea Cycle Route runs mostly on cycle paths alongside roads or on dedicated cycle paths, as well as on quiet side roads. The routes are mostly paved. This regional mix of path types and surfaces complements the specific route through Kraksdorf.

There is also a direction to take for a walk by the water: from the access to Kraksdorf beach, a path follows the coast towards Ostermade. Ostermade’s beach bridge is about 3 km away in the surrounding area. You can reach it either along the beach or via a path that runs directly beside the water. So, alongside the cycling routes, there are also waterside paths to choose from when planning your day. The bridge can be a destination for a walk.

Choose the right focus for your holiday

When looking for a holiday apartment in Kraksdorf, start with the kind of day you want to have. Would you like to spend time playing and splashing at the gently sloping beach, go for a bike ride with a detour to the beach, or walk by the water towards Ostermade? The beach, cycling and walking options offer different ways to shape your stay.

For the broader travel overview: Neukirchen.