Baltic Sea Coastal Hike from Boltenhagen to Wismar (29 km / hard)

Me: Please describe what it's like to hike from Boltenhagen to Wismar. ChatGPT: Hiking along the Baltic coast between Boltenhagen and Wismar is a great way to discover the natural and cultural diversity of this region. You can enjoy the fresh sea breeze, the sound of waves and the sight of colourful flowers and admire the views of sandy beaches, dunes, cliffs and lagoons. You can also learn about the history and traditions of the local people and taste some northern German culinary specialities. Hiking along the Baltic coast between Boltenhagen and Wismar is a rewarding adventure that will leave you with lasting memories.

Uhm, yeah, kinda to the point, even if it sounds like it's copied from a marketing brochure🤔 I'd like to add: Only those will enjoy who are physically prepared for a 29 km walking distance. It is not only rewarding but also demanding, as we walk partly on the natural beach on sand, gravel and stones. You have to bring your own nothern German culinary specialities and everything else you will need for the day, including at least 2 liters of water and sun protection. And with swimwear and a towel, you will get a chance to swim in the Baltic Sea.

We will meet at Hamburg Hbf on platform 6, section B, below the sign 'B' at 7:55 and enter the first or second first car as soon as the train arrives. The train usually departs from platform 6, but check the displays for any changes on Saturday. We'll take the train RE8 to Lübeck at 8:06, change train in Lübeck (RE4 to Grevesmühlen) from where we go by bus to Boltenhagen. Return to Hamburg is expected to be at at 21:38. The trip is covered by the Deutschlandticket. Without D-Ticket the Schleswig-Holstein-Ticket is the best option, plus an additional ticket for the local bus in Wismar, which we'll use from the outskirts to the train station.

Please play nice and only sign up if your are 100% sure that you will join! Unreliable people (no show or late cancellation) may be excluded from future events with limited capacity. Repeat offenders will be banned from the group.

As always, this is a free event, but voluntary donations are welcome and help me cover the costs of running the group. Nobody is expected to give, only do so if you can afford it and would like to. Look out for the violet donation box toward the end of the hike.