The harbor is home to the U-Boot U-11, a decommissioned Soviet 'Foxtrot'-class submarine open for guided tours.
Burgstaaken served as the primary supply port for the construction of the Fehmarn Belt Fixed Link project infrastructure.
The harbor architecture features preserved grain storehouses that reflect the island's agricultural history.
It remains one of the few active fishing ports on Fehmarn where visitors can watch the daily catch being unloaded.
The harbor basin is deep enough to accommodate excursion ships and larger sailing yachts.
It hosts an annual harbor festival that celebrates traditional maritime crafts and regional seafood.
Hafen Burgstaaken is a primary commercial and leisure harbor located on the southern coast of the island of Fehmarn. The harbor functions as both a working port for fishing cutters and a recreational hub for boat owners. It features the U-Boot Museum Fehmarn, showcasing a decommissioned Soviet submarine. The harbor promenade is lined with historical storehouses, some of which have been converted into museums and dining establishments. It provides direct access to the Baltic Sea for sailing and excursion vessels. The site is a focal point for maritime trade and local nautical history on the island.
From the edge of the breakwater looking back toward the colorful fishing cutters and the grain storehouses.
Visit the fish stalls directly at the quay for the freshest local catch, often sold directly by the fishermen.
Check the daily excursion boat schedules early in the day if you plan to join a sea tour.
Wear wind-resistant clothing, as the open harbor basin can experience significant gusts throughout the year.
Do not attempt to walk on the docks specifically designated for working fishing boats unless signs indicate public access.
Museums and some excursion boat operations scale back or close completely during the winter months.
