Google translation : The maritime picture Travemünde is characterized by a wide 1.7 km long white sand beach and Germany's largest Baltic port . The somewhat dreamy -looking seaside resort with its old streets and historic facade front along the Travelodge has lost none of its original incomparable charm . The beach promenade was built in 1898/99 and was inaugurated in 1904 solemnly . By looking at the bathers and the international ferry the beach promenade has its own special atmosphere. Today the lake promenade has barrier-free access to the beach , play areas for children , a lakeside terrace and a beach bar. The beach promenade passes into the natural landscape of the Brodtener bluff on the north end . This is also where the viewpoint Hermannshöhe .