Kiel Canal — WorldGuide

What makes this place unique

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The Kiel Canal in Schleswig-Holstein is one of the world's busiest artificial waterways, connecting the North Sea with the Baltic Sea. It plays a vital role in regional maritime transport.

Terrain, waters and landscape

Waters

The canal is a masterpiece of engineering within Deutschland. Traversing the heart of Schleswig-Holstein, it saves vessels from navigating around the Jutland Peninsula. You can view its path on the Map section.

Practical notes before you go

Visit

Type: River
Tip: Respect local safety rules around water and seasonal access.

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Mountain

Bungsberg

Standing at 167 meters, Bungsberg is the highest elevation point in the state of Schleswig-Holstein .

Plain

Dithmarschen Plain

Located on the North Sea coast, the Dithmarschen Plain represents the highly fertile marshland plains of Schleswig-Holstein .

River

River Eider

The Eider is the longest river in Schleswig-Holstein , historically serving as a border between Denmark and the Holy Roman Empire.

Lakes

Lake Plön

As the largest lake in Schleswig-Holstein , the Großer Plöner See is situated at the heart of the Holstein Switzerland Nature Park.

Sea

Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park

A UNESCO World Heritage site located on the western coast of Schleswig-Holstein , representing a unique tidal flat ecosystem.

Forest

Segeberg Karst Forest Area

Located near Bad Segeberg, this karstic forested area is a unique rock and woodland formation in Schleswig-Holstein .

Stream

Schwentine Stream

Winding through Holstein Switzerland, the Schwentine is one of the major scenic streams in eastern Schleswig-Holstein .