Walfisch houseboat for 5 people, with a rooftop terrace in Schleswig

A vacation on the cozy Stern Hausboot Walfisch, moored right on the waterfront of the Schlei, a Baltic Sea fjord, in the Schleswig Viking Harbor, offers relaxation and rejuvenation, freedom, or adventure—whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or as a couple.

Please note that the photos shown here were not taken at the current mooring location, and therefore the surroundings may differ from those shown here.

This spacious, moored houseboat offers you all the comforts of a modern, high-quality vacation rental with a sun deck and rooftop terrace. In the cozy, light-filled living area with an open kitchen, you can relax on the couch or in an armchair, or gather around the spacious table for a delicious meal or a game night. Through an illuminated glass-bottom window, you can observe the underwater world in the evening.

The well-equipped kitchen, featuring all essential appliances, a stovetop, and a combination oven/microwave, leaves nothing to be desired, allowing you to quickly refocus on the essentials of your vacation. Inside the houseboat, in addition to the living area, you’ll find two cozy bedrooms, a modern shower room, and a separate restroom. The first bedroom features a 160 cm wide double bed, while the second has a comfortable bunk bed (double bed on the bottom, single bed on top) and windows next to the beds offering expansive views—even from the top bunk. Of course, there’s also Wi-Fi and a TV, and you’ll find plenty of storage space in the closets in each room.

From the spacious upper deck, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Schleswig and the Schlei, a Baltic Sea fjord, including the Möweninsel nature reserve. Make yourself comfortable on the rooftop terrace’s furniture and let your mind wander while gazing out at the water. Downstairs, a covered terrace with a table and chairs offers a magnificent view of the Schlei and Schleswig. Here, you can enjoy breakfast at sunrise and start your day off right. In the evening, enjoy an exclusive front-row seat to the maritime atmosphere with a sundowner.

With your energy replenished, there’s plenty to discover: The central location offers excellent opportunities for a shore excursion, for example to the old fishing district of Holm or to Gottorf Castle. Right near the harbor, you’ll find plenty of shopping options, cafés, and restaurants, as well as the tourist information office and a bike rental shop. By bike, you can explore the Haithabu Viking Museum and numerous quaint villages nestled in the countryside, among other destinations. Or you can take a cruise along the Schlei on the historic saloon steamer “Wappen von Schleswig.” Numerous natural swimming spots, lakes, and the nearby Baltic Sea beaches also offer a refreshing escape on summer days and invite you to take long walks in the spring and fall.

Only products of natural origin that are 100% biodegradable are used to clean the Stern houseboats. This also applies to everything you’ll find on board: toilet paper, soap, dish soap, shampoo, and shower gel!

Please note that the use of bed linens is mandatory. You can either bring your own or add them to your booking during the reservation process.

At the Wendtorf, Barth, and Schleswig locations, additional fees in the form of a visitor’s tax, tourism fee, or lodging tax apply. These costs are not included in the price and will be billed separately afterward.