Fish · €€ · Holtenau
Fischkueche am Tiessenkai
The Fischkueche am Tiessenkai sits idyllically by the ferry landing in Holtenau, where the Kiel Canal meets the fjord. Fresh fish, fish rolls and fried fish are served here with a view of the great locks and the passing ships. A beloved maritime spot for canal romantics.
Where the canal meets the fjord
The Fischkueche am Tiessenkai sits by the ferry landing in Holtenau, exactly where the Kiel Canal meets the Kiel Fjord. From here you can watch the great locks through which freighters and sailing yachts enter and leave the canal, a spectacle that never grows dull. The atmosphere is uncomplicated and distinctly maritime. If you love ships and water, you will find one of Kiel's finest viewing spots here, ideal for a relaxed stop on the quay.
Fresh fish and fried fish
The menu offers classic fish dishes: fresh fish, crispy fried fish and hearty fish rolls, served simply and fairly priced. The offering suits a relaxed lunch or dinner by the water, with no great fuss. If you want to enjoy the maritime character of the place, order a fish dish and let your gaze wander over the canal and locks. A reservation is usually not needed, though it can get busy on sunny days, when a little patience pays off.
An idyll in Holtenau
Holtenau lies on the northern shore of the fjord and is easy to reach by car, bus or fjord ferry; arriving by boat is especially atmospheric. Around the Tiessenkai there are further maritime sights such as the old lighthouse and the locks, which invite a stroll. This makes a visit to the Fischkueche easy to combine with an excursion. The trip out here is especially worthwhile on clear days, when you can watch the passing ships in complete peace.