Lemkenhafen between Windmill, Harbor and Sund Bridge Tour

Lemkenhafen Marina is sheltered on the northeastern shore of Orther Reede. Those looking to take in maritime impressions, culture and a longer route will find various points of interest in Lemkenhafen. You can therefore get to know the village from several perspectives: through its milling history, through historic sites in the surrounding area and through landscapes revealed along an extensive tour.

The History of Windmills in Lemkenhafen

The Graupen Mill “Jachen Flünk,” built in 1787, is particularly striking. It was not decommissioned until 1954 and is the only surviving sail windmill in Europe. Today, it houses the Mill and Agriculture Museum. The Lemkenhafen Mill Museum is located in the Dutch-style windmill, one of the oldest windmills with three milling stages and fully functional sails. This means that a single building represents both technical features and the historical character of the village.

Historic Sites in the Surrounding Area

Beyond the mill, the historical perspective extends across various eras. “Das Großes Hünenbett” and the ruins of Glambeksmühle are ancient sites in the area around Lemkenhafen. In the wider regional area lies Cismar Abbey, an abbey with its own historical context. Lemkenhafen itself was once the richest village on the island. These different connections make the village interesting for you if, during a trip, you want to take note not only of the current harbor scenery but also of older traces of the region.

Islands and Elevations Around Lemkenhafen

The island of Fehmarn is located in the vicinity of Lemkenhafen. The islands of Kohlhofinsel and Gras Warder are also located nearby. Wulfener Berg is an elevation in the area around Lemkenhafen. For orientation, this does not result in a uniform landscape, but rather in a selection of different geographic reference points: islands and an elevation complement the village’s direct harbor character.

The 42-Kilometer Sund Bridge Tour

The 42-kilometer Sund Bridge Tour offers an extensive route idea. It begins and ends at the Imbiss Lemkenhafen parking lot. From there, it follows the dike around Orther Reede and through the southern harbor villages of Lemkenhafen, Burgstaaken and Orth. The tour then passes under the Fehmarn Sound Bridge and through Burg’s historic old town. The circular route, with the same starting and ending point, helps you view a longer outing as one continuous loop. At the same time, the route combines dike landscapes, harbor villages, bridge views and urban culture, without requiring you to focus on just one area of interest.

Harbor Views and Maritime Observation

Another specific place in Lemkenhafen is the XXL Field Sofa. From there, you have a view of the activity on Orther Reede. Together with the sheltered marina, this creates a maritime focal point that fits particularly well into your plans if you would like to combine waterside locations, harbor atmosphere and watching the activity along the shore.

Other Places for Planning Your Trip

Other places for planning your trip include Blieschendorf, Presen, Bannesdorf, Vadersdorf, Orth Auf Fehmarn, Neujellingsdorf, Dänschendorf Auf Fehmarn and Burg Auf Fehmarn.

For the higher-level travel overview: Fehmarn.