Ratzeburg

As of June 2026, Lübeck, Schwerin, Ratzeburg have 504 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Ratzeburg generates €18K per year. High-performing properties earn €35K/year, while low-performing properties earn €8K/year. Declining supply paired with flat revenue suggests softening demand, indicating a buyer's market for guests. The near-doubling gap between high and average performers at 42% occupancy reveals significant performance variance, pointing to meaningful differentiation among listings rather than market-wide constraints.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Ratzeburg. Average annual revenue is €18K with 42% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €35K/year. Declining supply suggests tightening availability, while flat revenue indicates market saturation despite fewer listings. The near-doubling gap between average and high performers reveals meaningful differentiation among properties, signaling selective demand rather than broad market strength.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Ratzeburg is 42%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €122, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €32 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Ratzeburg, with annual revenue of €29K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Ratzeburg market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Ratzeburg area. Lübeck: Strict. Registration required, primary residence rule mandatory, max 8 weeks/year rental allowed. Active enforcement with fines, many illegal listings removed. Schwerin: Moderate. Registration with city required, primary residence preference enforced. Standard enforcement, some violations prosecuted. Ratzeburg: Lenient. Basic registration recommended, minimal restrictions outside primary residence areas. Light enforcement, few active checks. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Ratzeburg Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 4%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($18,461) and high-performing properties ($35,069) suggests market stratification, where top-tier listings capture disproportionate returns despite modest 42% occupancy rates.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak fall season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 29% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Ratzeburg listings include: Kitchen (90%), Tv (71%), Heating (66%), Washing Machine (62%), Balcony (49%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Sauna, Washing Machine, Pets Allowed, with Sauna properties earning approximately 27% more (€32K/year vs €26K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Ratzeburg over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €948, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €869, December: €966, January: €641, February: €607, March: €968, April: €1K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Ratzeburg is €122, up 27% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €96/night, 2-bedroom properties average €128/night, 3-bedroom properties average €161/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €303/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in June.

Guests in Ratzeburg book an average of 33 days in advance, down 16% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 36 days, 4+ bedroom: 37 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Ratzeburg Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 6%, revenue per listing decreased 4%, occupancy fell 3%, average nightly rates increased 27%, and lead time decreased 16%. The sharp rate increase amid falling occupancy suggests hosts are competing for fewer bookings rather than capturing premium demand, while the substantial gap between average ($18,461) and high-performing listings ($35,069) indicates significant performance disparity within the market.

In Ratzeburg, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Thursday. Weekends show 11% higher occupancy than weekdays.