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Scandlines introduces itself
In 1998, Germany and Denmark moved closer together through a merger of their two largest ferry companies. The German DFO (Deutsche Fährgesellschaft Ostsee) and the Danish Scandlines Danmark A/S formed the joint project Scandlines. The idea behind this merger was to make the service more comfortable, efficient and reliable for passengers. With success, today the eight ships in the fleet transport over seven million people and around two million cars a year on their two traditional routes. The head office is located in Hamburg. The company is proud of its hybrid fleet, which is far more environmentally friendly than traditional ferries with pure diesel engines. The vision for the future is: electric ferries with zero emissions.
Relax with Scandlines to Scandinavia
Depending on the route, Scandlines ferries offer a wide range of gastronomic options, including modern cafeterias, self-service restaurants and buffets. There is more time for enjoyment on the route from Rostock to Gedser. Here you can look forward to an all-inclusive buffet with breakfast, lunch and dinner, drinks included. Those who wish can enjoy their time on the sun deck or opt for a shopping spree in the onboard shop. During the crossing and in German waters, you can choose from a wide range of spirits, cigarettes, wine and sweets. For children, there is a play corner and a nappy-changing room. All ships are barrier-free and accessible for wheelchair users. In line with the fact that more and more Danish and Swedish vacation homes are welcoming pets, Scandlines is also welcoming more and more dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs on board.
Important Scandlines ferry connections
If you would like to travel from Germany to Denmark by Ferry, you can do so at Scandlines from Rostock or Puttgarden. The Puttgarden-Rødby route is operated every 30 minutes and takes 45 minutes. The Rostock-Gedser route, on the other hand, offers twelve departures per day, and you have to plan one hour and 45 minutes for the crossing. The 20-minute route from Helsingörto Helsingborgin Sweden can easily be booked as a combined ticket.
The company offers a wide variety of tariffs to give its customers the greatest possible degree of flexibility. If your travel date is fixed more than 14 days in advance, you can travel particularly cheaply with the Economy fare. While the Economy EXTRA fare can be booked at shorter notice, the FLEX fare offers full flexibility. The offer is supplemented by Day, Mini Holiday and Easy Return tickets. The company also has a great offer for travellers without a vehicle. With the InterCombi ticket, you can travel by bus and Ferry from Rostock to Nykøbing in Denmark and back again.
Current Scandlines ferry connections
These are the current ferry connections from Scandlines:
| Route | Country of origin & country of destination | Number & Duration | Book a ferry |
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| Ferry Puttgarden – Rödby | Fehmarn, GermanyLolland, Denmark | up to 48 times a day 45 minutes |
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| Ferry Rostock – Gedser | GermanyDenmark | 10 times a day 2 hours |
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| Ferry Helsingør – Helsingborg | DenmarkSweden | up to 55 times a day 20 minutes |
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| Ferry Copenhagen – Malmö – Öresund Bridge | DenmarkSweden | continuously possible 20 minutes |
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| Ferry Rostock – Copenhagen | GermanyDenmark | daily 4 hours |
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Scandlines Destinations
You can reach these destinations with Scandlines ferries:
Everything you need to know about Scandlines!
Scandlines Contact ' Hotline, Telephone Number & Service Center
››› Scandlines Contact › Hotline, Telephone Number & Service Centre
Scandlines Restaurants & Buffet
››› Scandlines Buffet & Restaurants
Scandlines ships - the fleet of hybrid ferries
››› Scandlines Ferries – the ships and hybrid ferries
Scandlines Smile Bonus Program
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Scandlines Ticket Prices & Fares
››› Scandlines Ticket Booking – Prices & Fares
Scandlines ticket return service
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Vogelfluglinie
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Questions & Answers about the shipping company Scandlines
✅ How many Ferries has Scandlines?
Scandlines operates a total of 8 Ferries on its two routes Rostock-Gedser and Puttgarden-Rödby.
✅ Can I take my dog with me on Scandlines Ferry ?
Yeah, that’s no problem at all. You can take your dog and also other small pets on board. However, pets must remain in the vehicle during the crossing.
✅ Is it possible to book a ferry ticket with a pet?
Yes, it is possible to book a ferry ticket for you and your pet.
✅ Are there any discounts for booking a ferry ticket?
Scandlines offers various discounts, e.g. the Easy Return Ticket, the popular Scandlines Summer Deal or the permanent 5% discount for online bookings.
✅ Are there cabins or seat reservations on the Ferry?
No, there are no cabins on the Scandlines Ferries . Seats are freely selectable throughout the ship. If you make a reservation in advance in one of the restaurants on Ferries, you will also be allocated a fixed seat with a table. The reservation is very easy during the booking.
✅ Is it possible to book a ferry ticket with a camper or caravan?
Yes, it is possible to book a ferry ticket for you and your camper or caravan. Simply select the appropriate vehicle type during the booking process.
✅ Is there a Scandlines ADAC discount?
No, there is no ADAC discount for the Scandlines Ferries. Here you can find an overview of all Scandlines discounts.
✅ How do I pay with Scandlines?
- At the port (cash or card): When purchasing tickets in person at the port (in the yellow lane with service staff or at the ferry center), cash as well as the common credit and debit cards Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, Visa Electron, JCB, Diners Club and American Express are accepted. There is a processing fee of €15. It is therefore better to book online.
- Online or via app: Preferred payment methods are cards (as mentioned above) and direct debit.
✅ Can I pay with PayPal at Scandlines?
No, payment via PayPal is currently not possible with Scandlines.
✅ Can I pay without a credit card?
Yes, you can pay online by direct debit (electronic direct debit procedure), provided you have a German bank account.
At the port you can pay in cash (yellow lane) or by debit card. A credit card is not mandatory, but possible.
✅ Where can I check in with Scandlines?
- For cars, caravans and motorcycles, check-in takes place in the blue lane (vehicles up to 6 m, self-service machine) or in the yellow lane (service staff, e.g. cash payment).
- Bicycles & pedestrians:
- Rostock: Bicycle and pedestrian passengers check in earlier (bicycles in the yellow area, pedestrians in the ferry center).
- Puttgarden/Gedser/Rødby: Pedestrians buy their ticket in the terminal or at the gangway and go on board via the access bridge.
✅ When can I check in?
- Check-in opens approximately two hours before departure for all passengers.
- Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure, 30 minutes before for bicycle and pedestrian passengers in Rostock.
- We recommend arriving at the port at least 30 minutes before departure to avoid stress.
✅ Can I change money at Scandlines?
No, currency exchange is not possible on board or in port.
✅ Can I make duty-free purchases on Scandlines Ferries?
Yes, there is a travel store on board the Ferries offering duty-free items such as perfume, cosmetics, confectionery, beer, wine and spirits. These can be purchased duty-free in EU domestic traffic, provided they are intended for personal use and not for resale.
You can also shop duty-free in the BorderShops in Puttgarden and Rostock. Quantity restrictions also apply here, especially for tobacco products and spirits.
✅ Can I book a buffet with Scandlines?
Yes, on the Rostock – Gedser route there is a Scandlines Kitchen Buffet with breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets.
There is no buffet on the Puttgarden – Rødby route, but there are snack and café services such as Food Express and the café, which offers Starbucks products, among other things.
There are special buffet times for groups on certain departures, e.g. at 20:15 on selected days.
✅ Are dogs allowed on Scandlines?
Yes, smaller pets (e.g. dogs, cats) are generally allowed. They must be kept on a lead or in a transport box and stay in areas without carpeting – at least 2 m away from the buffet.
You can leave your dog in the car during the crossing, but it is not possible to visit it for safety reasons.
On the passenger decks from Rostock to Gedser, muzzling is mandatory in some cases – appropriate signs indicate this, although assistance dogs are exempt.
Costs: Dogs travel free of charge, assistance dogs also travel free of charge.
✅ Can I charge my electric car at Scandlines?
No, it is currently not possible to charge electric vehicles on board the Ferries.
However, electric charging stations are available in all Ferries ports, so you can charge your vehicle directly before or after the crossing.