Gelting Vacations

Gelting is situated about 210 miles (338 kilometers) northwest of the national capital Berlin, and approximately 85 miles (137 kilometers) north of Hamburg.

The area around Gelting is brimming with things to do and see, from firmly-established, must-see spots to still-undiscovered gems. Stop by the Gluecksburg Castle and Artefact Museum in Gluecksburg, which is roughly 15 miles (24 kilometers) from Gelting. Flensburg is another spot worth checking out. Here you'll find the Flensburg Maritime Museum and University of Flensburg. Flensburg is 18 miles (29 kilometers) from Gelting.

Schleswig-Holstein is well known for its many historic mansions; these are often evocative reminders of the area's rich past. If you're searching for activities that won't break the bank, why not take a little tour of Schleswig-Holstein's numerous outdoor attractions such as lighthouses and gardens.

When the temperatures climb, do what the locals do and head to the area's much-loved waterways for a day of surfing or fishing. Relax like the locals in Schleswig-Holstein. Go wildlife watching and beach combing.

Savvy travelers know that exploring local food a good technique to really get to know an area. Potatoes and also kale are widely used ingredients in meals in this region. No trip to Schleswig-Holstein would be complete without sampling schnüsch (ham, potato and vegetable stew) or labskaus (corned beef, herring and vegetables). Marzipan is a local final course.

You won't want to say "Tschüss" (farewell) to this memorable spot.