Where do MSC Cruises' ships dock in Kiel?
MSC Cruises' ships dock at the Ostuferhafen Terminal when stopping in Kiel, which is located at the northern end of the Port of Kiel. The cruise terminal address is: Ostuferhafen 15, 24149 Kiel, Germany. It is located around eight kilometres to the east of central Kiel.
How do I reach the car park at Kiel cruise port?
If driving to Kiel cruise port, MSC Cruises passengers have two options for parking: self-service parking at the Port of Kiel or self-service parking with a shuttle at Parken & Meer.
The car park at the Port of Kiel is located within the cruise terminal. Ostuferhafen is signposted on main roads in Kiel. At first, follow the signs stating "Fähre", "Ostufer" and later on "Ostuferhafen". Upon arrival, please navigate through the gate on lane 1 into the harbour area. Target for GPS: "Grenzstraße". Postal code: 24149.
The self-service car park with shuttle service at Parken & Meer is near the centre of Kiel, on Benzstraße 10, 24148 Kiel, located to the north-est of Kiel rail station.
PORT OF KIEL
KIEL - Parking located inside the terminal with exclusive luggage drop off
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VEHICLE | DAYS | RATES |
|---|---|---|
| Car/Van | 8 | € 149 |
| Car/Van | 15 | € 175 |
PARKEN & MEER
Shuttle - outdoor Parking
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VEHICLE | DAYS | RATES |
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| Car/Van | 8-9 | € 129 |
How to get to Kiel cruise port from the train station?
Kiel's main rail station is Kiel Central Station, located on Bahnhofsplatz in the centre of the city, on the opposite side of the harbour to the cruise port.
The easiest way to reach Kiel cruise port from the rail station is to take the MSC shuttle service, which leaves continuously on the day of embarkation up to four hours before cruise departure and costs €10 per person.
Alternatively, you can take public transport. Two bus services - line 11 and line 60S - go to the cruise port from the station. Get off at Grenzstraße and follow signs to the cruise terminal. The bu1s can take up to 30 minutes to reach the destination. You can also get a taxi from the train station to the cruise port, which should take around 15 minutes and should cost approximately €20-€25.
How do I get from Hamburg Airport to Kiel cruise port?
While Kiel does have an airport, it is a small, regional airport with a limited number of flights. International passengers going to Kiel will need to fly to Hamburg International Airport, located around 84 kilometres south of Kiel.
The easiest way to get from Hamburg Airport to the Kiel cruise port is to request an MSC transfer service, which you can do via the MSC call centre.
You can also reach the cruise port using public transport. Either take the Kielius airport bus, which takes you directly from the airport to Kiel Central Bus Station in around 90 minutes, or take the S11 train to Hamburg Central Station, where you can connect to a regional train to Kiel Central Station. You can take public transport or a taxi from both Kiel Central Bus Station and Kiel Central Station to the cruise terminal.
If you are driving, leave Hamburg Airport heading north and join Autobahn 7, before following signs to Kiel. Continue for approximately 60 kilometres before joining the A215 towards Kiel. Stay on the A215 until you reach Kiel, where you can follow signs to Ostuferhafen, where the cruise terminal is located.
What is the weather like in Kiel?
Located in the north of Germany near the south-western shore of the Baltic Sea, Kiel has a temperate maritime climate, with cool summers and mild winters.
The warmest months are typically in summer, with average daily high temperatures of between 20-21°C from June to August. The coolest months are in winter, when daily high temperatures average between 2-4°C from December to February.
Is Kiel expensive?
Kiel is generally more affordable than other major cities in Germany. For example, public transport is fairly cheap, particularly if you are travelling by bus. There are also many free things to do in Kiel, such as visiting the Kiel Botanical Gardens, viewing the Church of St. Nikolai and simply strolling around the city's interesting streets and harbour front.
What can I do in Kiel in one day?
There are many things to do in Kiel and you can pack a lot into just one day. Head to the Kiel Botanical Gardens, where you can see a diverse range of plant species in a tranquil setting - it's also free to enter. Also try the centre of Kiel, where you can see the Church of St. Nikolai or visit the aquarium.
After stopping for lunch, go north to one of the area's many beaches. The most popular beaches near Kiel include Falkensteiner Strand and Schilksee Strandbad, both of which have plenty of amenities and opportunities for watersports. You can also head to Strand Hasselfelde, a smaller but much quieter beach that's perfect for relaxing on.
