Its rapid rise as a vital trading centre for northern German Merchants and craftsmen has catapulted Rostock into the largest and most prominent city in Meckelburg and western Pomerania. A modern, vibrant city throbbing with a rich cultural scene, Rostock boasts many art galleries, theatres and festivals. Many visitors come to the city on cruise ships or ferries, lured by its long maritime history, many attractions, and the lovely beaches in the neighbouring Warnemunde district.

Located on the Baltic Sea coast, Rostock retains its own jurisdiction, and the city even has the right to mint its own coin. The economy is primarily centred on its fisheries, shipbuilding and the port. The Rostock Port, located in the eastern part of the city, is one of the German Baltic’s biggest with 43 ship berths extending across over 9kms of quays. Here you will find ferries to several destinations in the region, including Trellerborg in Sweden.

The route between Rostock and Trellerborg is serviced by Scandlines. The journey is approximately 5 hours, 45 minute each way, and there are three departures per day. Scandlines is the biggest ferry operator in the southern Baltic area, boasting 14 passenger and freight carriers. It is a modern fleet, and travellers will find restaurants and tax-free services aboard each Scandlines passenger ferry.

Trellerborg is located on the southern coast of Sweden, with a gorgeous sparkling coastline that leads to lush, fertile plains as you head inwards. The city’s superb coastal scenery attracts many tourists, as do its many beautiful white-sand beaches. Visitors will find a serene, tranquil atmosphere and charming fishermen’s cottages. The Trellerborg port is among the largest ferry port in all of Sweden. Over 10 million tonnes of goods and two million passengers pass through this port every year.

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