In Kiel you can experience large sailing boats up close, especially during the famous Kiel Weeks. Good restaurants and fresh fish can be found directly on the Kiel Fjord. Kiel, the capital of Schleswig-Holstein, is located in the north of Germany. Directly connected to the Baltic Sea by the Kiel Fjord, the city has beautiful beaches as well as notable sights. The naval memorial in nearby Laboe, the Kiellinie and the Maritime Museum are particularly well known. Olympic and sailing city of Kiel The Kieler Woche, the world-famous sailing regatta, takes place in the center of Kiel every year. A number of tall ships dock in the port of Kiel for this event. Not only on this date: If you book in good time in the IntercityHotel Kiel you can quickly reach the city center and the harbor. Other attractions in the city are the various quays such as Norwegenkai or Ostseekai. There are also many restaurants serving the fish specialty "Kiel sprats".