Kiel Ferry Port Information
The Port of Kiel, located in northern Germany on the Baltic Sea, is a major maritime hub known for its strategic position at the entrance of the Kiel Canal, which connects the North Sea to the Baltic.
This bustling port facilitates a mix of cargo shipping, passenger ferries, and cruise ship activities. It serves as a gateway for trade and travels to Scandinavia and the Baltic States, hosting frequent connections to Sweden, Norway, and other neighbouring countries. Equipped with modern facilities, it is a vital centre for both commercial logistics and tourism, supporting Kiel’s role as a maritime city.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kiel
Frequently Asked Questions About Kiel
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Port Terminals For Kiel
Schwedenkai Passenger Terminal
The Schwedenkai terminal is sign-posted on all main routes. Follow the signs Fähre and then Schwedenkai or Fähre Göteborg (ferry Gothenburg). Foot passengers at the train station or city centre will arrive at the terminal after a 10-minute walk.
Modes of Transport: Foot passenger, Bicycle, Motorcycle, Standard Car, Van (passenger)
Norwegenkai Passenger Terminal
The Norwegenkai terminal is sign-posted on all main routes. Follow the signs Fähre and then Norwegenkai or Fähre Oslo (ferry Oslo). The Central Railway Station in Kiel is located approximately 10 minutes walking distance from the terminal. The bus station is located to the right of the Central Railway Station.
Modes of Transport: Foot passenger, Bicycle, Motorcycle, Standard Car, Van (passenger)
Ostuferhafen Passenger Terminal
The Ostuferhafen terminal is sign-posted on all main routes. Vehicle passengers should follow the signs for Fähre, Ostufer and then Ostuferhafen. Foot passengers at the central train station can take line 11 or 60S in direction to Dietrichsdorf and get off at the bus stop Grenzstraße. The port is approximately 800 metres away.
Modes of Transport: Foot passenger, Bicycle, Motorcycle, Standard Car, Van (passenger)
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Reviews for Kiel
Reviews for Kiel
Perfect, a great experience.
Perfect, a great experience.
Great cabin, clean, cozy and…
Great cabin, clean, cozy and functionally furnished. The coffee service on deck 9 wasn't so good. The queue stretched all the way to the stairwell.
Unfortunately, there is no free…
Unfortunately, there is no free Wi-Fi.