Winter weather, with storms – and possibly ice – can pose a risk to the infrastructure of marinas, particularly in the case of floating jetties. At the same time, the minimal utilisation does not make continuous operation economically viable. For these reasons, many of the marinas along the German Baltic Sea coast close during the winter months.
Maasholm has already made a start
The Maasholm harbour at the mouth of the Schleimündung has now taken the lead. It will remain open until 15 April 2027 the popular destination with 450 berths closed to recreational craft. This was announced by the Baltic Sea Waterways and Shipping Authority, which is responsible for the area, in a Current Notice to Mariners (BfS) on behalf of the local authority.
Wendtorf will be closed from mid-November
The Marina Wendtorf marina on the eastern shore of the Outer Fjord of Kiel will also be closed. In this case too, a notice to mariners On behalf of the operator. The closure will begin on 15 November and last until 15 March 2027; mooring at the jetties is not permitted during this period.
At the same time, please note that the fishing harbour and the Ring shipyard remain accessible. However, temporary closures may also occur when approaching the shipyard. Construction work is currently taking place in this area to install new markings.
Christian Tiedt
Editor Travel
