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- The new electric solar-powered tugboat "Missunde III" is out of service until at least mid-June after only four weeks of operation due to broken drive belts.  
- Breakdowns have become more frequent since commissioning: Total breakdown at Whitsun, loud bang, damaged car, slower crossing despite higher capacity.  
- Leaseholders, the local authority and businesses are preparing a class action against the state for financial losses; the ferry has yet to receive its final certificate.

Sliding ferry: Operation of the "Missunde III" cancelled again shortly after launch

- On 29 May (10 am - 6 pm) and 30 May 2026 (7 am - 6 pm), the Brunsbüttel Small Locks will be closed during the day for crane work.
- During this time, all ships, including pleasure craft, must use the large locks; waiting times and shared locks with freighters will increase.
- Screw water from large ships creates invisible cross currents; skippers should keep their distance and use VHF channel 13 if in doubt.

Kiel Canal: Brunsbüttel small locks closed during the day at the weekend

- Lauterbach on Rügen is sheltered behind the island of Vilm on the Greifswald Bodden and offers a full-service marina.
- Experience nature in the Goor with its beech and oak forest in the south-east Rügen biosphere reserve, contrasting with the classicist residential town of Putbus.
- The offshore island of Vilm is a strictly protected core zone with ancient beech forests, accessible only by guided tours and passenger boat.

Insider tips on the Baltic Sea: Lauterbach on Rügen - where even a prince sought peace and quiet

- Heligoland was a British crown colony until 1890; today's lighthouse is directly linked to the Heligoland-Zanzibar exchange.  
- The original tower was destroyed in 1945; the former anti-aircraft control centre was converted into a lighthouse in 1952 and raised and clinkered in 1964.  
- Since 1964, Germany's most powerful beacon has been shining there with 35 megacandela and a nominal range of 28 nm, visible all the way to the mainland.

Special lighthouses: Heligoland - its light is reminiscent of dark times

- Warnemünde is a traditional Baltic seaside resort and sailing area at the mouth of the Warnow near Rostock with wide sandy beaches and maritime infrastructure.
- The Warnemünde Week has been one of Europe's biggest sailing events for decades, with regattas, concerts and harbour festivals at the beginning of July.
- Visiting yachtsmen will find modern marinas such as the Yachthafenresidenz Hohe Düne and the extended sports boat harbour, close to the beach, restaurants and sights.

Hotspots on the Baltic Sea: Warnemünde - between the tea pot and the regatta

- The Müritz Sail attracted over 40,000 visitors for the 24th time; the DSV used the event for the first time for the "Days of Sailing" taster sailing event.
- The DSV wants to be present again in 2025 with various types of sail-powered vessels and show them as a noiseless and emission-free alternative to motorboats.
- Four regional clubs supported the taster sailing event; the concept of low-threshold introductory offers will be continued at Interboot on Lake Constance, among other events.

Taster sailing: DSV "Days of Sailing" as part of the Müritz Sail

- On 19 and 20 June 2026, 52 teams with concrete canoes will compete against each other in 180 races on the Beetzsee in Brandenburg an der Havel.
- Students plan and build the concrete boats independently, focussing on material efficiency, recycling, sustainability and functional, watertight construction.
- In addition to races with women's, men's and mixed teams, there is also a creative open class; entry is free, judging also includes design and sustainability.

Special regatta: "Is made of concrete and floats"

- The evacuated humpback whale died after being transported; its carcass is now floating off the Danish island of Anholt in the Kattegat.
- Authorities are leaving the whale on site due to guidelines on natural strandings; there is a risk of explosion from decomposition gases.
- Environment Minister Backhaus defends the tolerated rescue operation, while the Greens criticise it as a PR stunt contrary to scientific warnings.

Humpback whale Timmy: Tragic death in the Kattegat

- In Travemünde, the four-masted barque "Passat" is being measured by heeling test in order to obtain data for its comprehensive refurbishment.
- The traditional ship is to be upgraded for fire protection, climate protection and accessibility; costs: around 25 million euros plus 350,000 euros per year.
- The "Passat", built in 1911, has been moored in Passat harbour since 1960 and now serves as a museum, event venue, hostel and offers guided tours by the association.

Lübeck: Four-masted barque "Passat" being prepared for refurbishment

- The new multi-purpose ship "Neuwerk" is due to be stationed in Cuxhaven in 2027, but is too long for the current berth.
- A new berth in the ferry harbour is planned; the Helgoland ferry and yacht club are to be moved to other locations.
- Quay facilities, utilities and a building yard are required for the new building; construction will start in 2030 at the earliest, until then the berth will be temporary.

Cuxhaven: New multi-purpose vessel coming - suitable harbour still missing

- Hooksiel lock expected to reopen to shipping traffic on 20 May 2026 after renovation and seven-month closure.
- Modernisation of all five pairs of lock gates has been underway since 2023 and should be completed by 2028, with ongoing restrictions for pleasure craft.
- Harsh winter and flood protection requirements delayed the work; trial operation starts on 18 May, followed by approval if the test is successful.

Construction phase completed: Hooksiel lock reopens +++ Update +++

- Waterway police inspect 95 boats in MV on Father's Day and identify 28 offences, including three boaters who were clearly under the influence of alcohol.
- The three boaters with up to 1.5 per mille were charged with criminal offences, banned from continuing their journey and ordered to take blood samples.
- Blood alcohol limit: usually 0.5 (Lake Constance 0.8), for passenger and hazardous goods transport 0.0; offences can result in criminal proceedings, fines and loss of insurance cover.

Police checks: Several drunken boat drivers caught

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Sailing areas in Germany: The best routes & sailing areas

Sliding ferry
Operation of the "Missunde III" cancelled again shortly after launch

Kiel Canal
Brunsbüttel small locks closed during the day at the weekend

Insider tips on the Baltic Sea
Lauterbach on Rügen - where even a prince sought peace and quiet

Special lighthouses
Heligoland - its light is reminiscent of dark times

Hotspots on the Baltic Sea
Warnemünde - between the tea pot and the regatta

Taster sailing
DSV "Days of Sailing" as part of the Müritz Sail

Special regatta
"Is made of concrete and floats"

Humpback whale Timmy
Tragic death in the Kattegat

Lübeck
Four-masted barque "Passat" being prepared for refurbishment

Cuxhaven
New multi-purpose vessel coming - suitable harbour still missing

Construction phase completed
Hooksiel lock reopens +++ Update +++

Police checks
Several drunken boat drivers caught

Sailing areas in Germany: The best routes & sailing areas

Sliding ferryOperation of the "Missunde III" cancelled again shortly after launch

Kiel CanalBrunsbüttel small locks closed during the day at the weekend

Insider tips on the Baltic SeaLauterbach on Rügen - where even a prince sought peace and quiet

Special lighthousesHeligoland - its light is reminiscent of dark times

Hotspots on the Baltic SeaWarnemünde - between the tea pot and the regatta

Taster sailingDSV "Days of Sailing" as part of the Müritz Sail

Special regatta"Is made of concrete and floats"

Humpback whale TimmyTragic death in the Kattegat

LübeckFour-masted barque "Passat" being prepared for refurbishment

CuxhavenNew multi-purpose vessel coming - suitable harbour still missing

Construction phase completedHooksiel lock reopens +++ Update +++

Police checksSeveral drunken boat drivers caught

Sliding ferry
Operation of the "Missunde III" cancelled again shortly after launch

Kiel Canal
Brunsbüttel small locks closed during the day at the weekend

Insider tips on the Baltic Sea
Lauterbach on Rügen - where even a prince sought peace and quiet

Special lighthouses
Heligoland - its light is reminiscent of dark times

Hotspots on the Baltic Sea
Warnemünde - between the tea pot and the regatta

Taster sailing
DSV "Days of Sailing" as part of the Müritz Sail

Special regatta
"Is made of concrete and floats"

Humpback whale Timmy
Tragic death in the Kattegat

Lübeck
Four-masted barque "Passat" being prepared for refurbishment

Cuxhaven
New multi-purpose vessel coming - suitable harbour still missing

Construction phase completed
Hooksiel lock reopens +++ Update +++

Police checks
Several drunken boat drivers caught